Endoblastic

/ˌɛndoʊˈblæstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or derived from the endoblast, the innermost germ layer of an embryo that forms the digestive and respiratory systems.

Etymology

From 'endoblast' + '-ic' (adjective suffix). This term describes anything connected to or originating from the innermost embryonic layer discovered in the 1800s.

Kelly Says

When scientists talk about endoblastic tissues, they're describing the ancient evolutionary origin of your stomach, intestines, and lungs—all coming from the same primordial layer billions of years ago.

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