Question

Identify the correctly matched pair/pairs of the germ layers and their derivatives.
(A) Ectoderm - Epidermis
(B) Endoderm - Dermis
(C) Mesoderm - Muscles
(D) Mesoderm - Notochord
(E) Endoderm - Enamel of teeth

• A. A, C and D only
• B. A, B, C and E only
• C. A and D only
• D. A and B only

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Epidermis, including glands, hair, nails, etc is ectodermal in origin. Notochord and muscles are mesodermal in origin. Dermis of skin is also mesodermal. Enamel of teeth is ectodermal in origin.