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Which of the following structures is embryologically derived from the neural crest?

A The cerebral cortex
B The adrenal medulla
C The notochord
D The lens of the eye

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

Neural crest cells are multipotent migratory cells that give rise to a diverse array of tissues, including the adrenal medulla (chromaffin cells), sensory ganglia, melanocytes, and components of the peripheral nervous system.

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