The ectoderm develops into ____.
A)muscle and skeleton
B)nerve tissue and skin
C)endocrine and respiratory organs
D)reproductive and excretory organs

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The ectoderm is one of the three primary germ layers in a developing embryo. It gives rise to the nervous system and the skin, as well as other structures such as hair, nails, and sweat glands. Therefore, the best choice is B, nerve tissue and skin. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because they are developed from the mesoderm and endoderm layers of the embryo, not the ectoderm.

The Ectoderm Develops into ____