Suppose that during gastrulation in humans, a protease (an enzyme that degrades proteins) is present such that the enzymes released by the trophoblast cannot function. What is the most likely immediate outcome of this situation?
A) The embryo will not implant into the endometrium.
B) The blastocyst will not form.
C) Cleavage will not occur.
D) Organogenesis will not occur.

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The trophoblast is crucial for implantation of the embryo into the endometrium by facilitating the invasion of the uterine lining. If proteases prevent the enzymes released by the trophoblast from functioning, the embryo cannot properly implant into the endometrium.

Suppose That During Gastrulation in Humans, a Protease (An Enzyme