Question

Which one develops from ectoderm?

• A. Liver and heart
• B. Notochord and vertebral column
• C. Spinal cord and brain
• D. Eye and skin

Answer 1

The correct option is C Spinal cord and brain

The inner cell mass of the blastocyst after implantation differentiates into an outer ectoderm, middle mesoderm and inner endoderm. These layers then develop into tissues and organs of the embryo. Endoderm gives rise to certain organs including the colon, stomach, intestines, liver, lungs and pancreas. Mesoderm gives rise to heart, kidneys, gonads, genital ducts, cartilage, muscles, blood cells, and other structures. Ectoderm forms the outer linings like the epithelium, brain, spinal cord, nerves, ears, nails and hair.

So the correct answer is C.