The origin and evolution of the ectodermal placodes
Many of the features that distinguish the vertebrates from other chordates are found in the head. Prominent amongst these differences are the paired sense organs and associated cranial ganglia. Significantly, these structures are derived developmentally from the ectodermal placodes. It has therefore...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2013
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