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

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The mesoderm is the layer that gives rise to the circulatory system, as well as the muscular system, urinary system, and skeletal system. Therefore, any distortions in the development of the circulatory system would likely be due to a problem within cells of the mesoderm.

Dr Proctor Tells Uma That Her Developing Embryo Is Showing