perichordal Synonyms
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perichordal Meaning
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perichordal (a.)
Around the notochord; as, a perichordal column. See Epichordal.
perichordal Sentence Examples
- The perichordal mesoderm surrounds the notochord in the developing embryo.
- The perichordal mesoderm differentiates into somites, which give rise to the vertebrae and skeletal muscles.
- The perichordal mesoderm is derived from the mesodermal germ layer.
- The perichordal mesoderm is found in all vertebrates.
- In tunicates, the perichordal mesoderm extends anteriorly to form the endostyle, a ciliated feeding groove.
- In cephalochordates, the perichordal mesoderm forms the notochordal sheath.
- In vertebrates, the perichordal mesoderm gives rise to the dermis of the skin.
- The perichordal mesoderm also contributes to the formation of the heart and blood vessels.
- Defects in the perichordal mesoderm can lead to congenital anomalies, such as scoliosis and spina bifida.
- The perichordal mesoderm is an important embryonic structure that contributes to the development of a variety of tissues and organs.
FAQs About the word perichordal
Around the notochord; as, a perichordal column. See Epichordal.
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The perichordal mesoderm surrounds the notochord in the developing embryo.
The perichordal mesoderm differentiates into somites, which give rise to the vertebrae and skeletal muscles.
The perichordal mesoderm is derived from the mesodermal germ layer.
The perichordal mesoderm is found in all vertebrates.
