After gastrulation, the mesodermal cells contribute to the developing
A) brain and nervous system.
B) skeletal system and muscles.
C) inner lining of the gut and respiratory tract.
D) sweat glands.
E) liver and pancreas.

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Mesodermal cells contribute to the development of the skeletal system and muscles, as well as the circulatory system, kidneys, and reproductive system. The brain and nervous system arise from the ectoderm, while the inner lining of the gut and respiratory tract arise from the endoderm. Sweat glands arise from the ectoderm and the liver and pancreas arise from the endoderm.

After Gastrulation, the Mesodermal Cells Contribute to the Developing