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The pancreas develops from _______ layer of embryo.
Options
- Aectoderm
- Bmesoderm
- Cendoderm
- Depiblast
Correct answer
C. endoderm
Step-by-step solution
The pancreas is an accessory organ of the digestive system. During embryonic development, the endoderm layer gives rise to the epithelial lining of the gastrointestinal tract and its associated organs, including the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. The ectoderm forms the nervous system and epidermis, while the mesoderm forms the skeletal, muscular, and circulatory systems. Answer: endoderm