Dr. Swift tells Taylor that her developing embryo is showing distortions in the development of its circulatory system. As a knowledgeable student of human development, Taylor should realize that the problem is within cells of the ____ layer.
A) placenta
B) mesoderm
C) ectoderm
D) endoderm

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The mesoderm is the middle layer of an embryo in early development. It gives rise to the circulatory system, as well as the muscles, bones, and other organs. Therefore, issues in the development of the circulatory system would indicate a problem within the mesoderm layer.

Dr Swift Tells Taylor That Her Developing Embryo Is Showing