Which of the following CORRECTLY pairs a germ layer with the cells that will form from it?
A)ectoderm: inner layer of the skin, muscles
B)mesoderm: inner layer of the skin, muscles
C)endoderm: epithelial and pigment cells of the skin
D)ectoderm: lining of the digestive tract and lungs
E)mesoderm: lining of the digestive tract and lungs

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Mesoderm gives rise to the inner layer of the skin and muscles. Ectoderm gives rise to the outer layer of the skin and nervous system, while endoderm gives rise to the lining of the digestive tract, respiratory system, and organs such as liver and pancreas. Option A, C, D, and E are incorrect pairings.

Which of the Following CORRECTLY Pairs a Germ Layer with the Cells