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The origin of adrenal cortex is :

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Ectodermal
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Endodermal
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Ecto mesodermal
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Mesodermal
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Solution

The correct option is D Mesodermal
The cortex of adrenal gland is derived from mesoderm whereas the medulla is derived from neural crest that is ectodermal in origin.
So, the origin of adrenal cortex is mesodermal.

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