Anatomy & Histology · single question

All of the following tissues are derived from ectomesenchyme EXCEPT:

  1. Dentin
  2. Pulp
  3. Cementum
  4. Oral mucosa
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Correct answer: D. Oral mucosa

  • A. INCORRECT. Dentin derives from ectomesenchymal odontoblasts.
  • B. INCORRECT. Dental pulp derives from ectomesenchyme.
  • C. INCORRECT. Cementum derives from ectomesenchyme.
  • D. CORRECT. Oral mucosal epithelium derives from surface ectoderm, not ectomesenchyme.

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