From which of the primary germ layers of the embryo does the epidermis of the skin develop?
A)Endoderm
B)Ectoderm
C)Mesoderm
D)All of these choices are correct.
E)Both endoderm and ectoderm.

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The epidermis of the skin develops from the ectoderm, which is the outermost of the three primary germ layers of the embryo. The endoderm gives rise to the lining of the digestive and respiratory tracts, while the mesoderm gives rise to various tissues including muscle, bone, and connective tissue. Therefore, choices A, C, D, and E are incorrect.

From Which of the Primary Germ Layers of the Embryo