Which of the Following Statements About Events During the Neurulation

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about events during the neurulation stage of development is false?

• A) Neurulation initiates the nervous system.
• B) The notochord gives structural support to the embryo.
• C) Bulges at the posterior end of the neural tube become the brain.
• D) The likelihood of a neural tube defect is lowered if a pregnant woman takes folic acid.
• E) Both a and b

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