During human embryonic development, the notochord induces the overlying ectoderm to differentiate into which of the following structures?

A Neural crest cells

B Somites

C Neural plate

D Primitive streak

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The notochord, a transient mesodermal structure, induces the overlying ectoderm to thicken and differentiate into the neural plate, a process known as neurulation. The neural plate then folds to form the neural tube.

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The correct answer to the question "During human embryonic development, the notochord induces the overlying ectoderm to differentiate into which of the following structures?" is Option C: Neural plate.

The other options — A) Neural crest cells, B) Somites, D) Primitive streak — are incorrect for this USMLE Exam Prep question. As explained above: The notochord, a transient mesodermal structure, induces the overlying ectoderm to thicken and differentiate into the neural plate, a process known as neurulation. The neural plate then folds to form…

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During human embryonic development, the notochord induces the overlying ectoderm to differentiate into which of the following structures?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

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