Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

28. Human Development

Introduction to Human Development

Anatomy & Physiology

28. Human Development

Introduction to Human Development

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What is the role of the primary germ layers in human development?

They are responsible for the initial formation of the nervous system only.

They provide nutrients to the developing embryo.

They form the basic tissues and organs of the body.

They regulate the genetic material of the embryo.

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Understand that the primary germ layers are the three layers of cells (ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm) formed during the early stages of embryonic development.

Recognize that each germ layer gives rise to specific tissues and organs in the body. The ectoderm forms structures such as the skin and nervous system, the mesoderm forms muscles, bones, and the circulatory system, and the endoderm forms the lining of the digestive and respiratory systems.

Acknowledge that the primary germ layers are not limited to forming the nervous system only; they are responsible for forming all basic tissues and organs.

Clarify that the primary germ layers do not provide nutrients to the developing embryo; this function is primarily performed by the placenta.

Note that the primary germ layers do not regulate the genetic material of the embryo; genetic regulation is a complex process involving DNA and various cellular mechanisms.