Which Statement About the Embryonic Disk Is True

question 84

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the embryonic disk is true?

• A) It becomes the new organism.
• B) It is the outer ring of cells on a blastocyst.
• C) It has a good chance of survival outside the womb.
• D) It is a protective membrane that surrounds the amnion.

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Definitions:

Bypasses

Routes that are taken to avoid something or to ease congestion; in a metaphorical sense, can refer to methods used to circumvent problems or challenges.

Smell

The sense that enables the detection of odors, which is mediated by the olfactory system.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, crucial for regulating vital body functions and general well-being through the secretion of hormones.

Endocrine Gland

A gland in the body that releases hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various bodily functions.