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What is the role of the sclerotome?
What is the role of the sclerotome?
- Regulating body temperature
- Forming bone cells for vertebrae and ribs (correct)
- Aiding in digestion
- Producing red blood cells
Which structures does the sclerotome contribute to the formation of?
Which structures does the sclerotome contribute to the formation of?
- Liver and spleen
- Lungs and heart
- Vertebrae and ribs (correct)
- Brain and spinal cord
What is the primary function of the sclerotome in embryonic development?
What is the primary function of the sclerotome in embryonic development?
- Maintaining fluid balance in the body
- Producing hormones for growth
- Forming the skeletal elements of the vertebral column and ribs (correct)
- Generating nerve cells for the spinal cord
