Study of the biopsy material of an embryo revealed a zone of developmental abnormality in a somite. The zone was located close to the endoderm and the notochord. What formations may have abnormal development in case of pregnancy continuation?

Answer options

1. Skeletal striated muscle tissue
2. Cardiac striated muscle tissue
3. Genito-urinary system
4. Fibrous connective tissue of skin
5. Skeletal tissues

Explanation

The zone being asked about is the Mesoderm which is located between the Endoderm and notochord. The mesoderm forms the skeletal muscles through a process called Myogenesis.