Neural plate
Neural Plate
The Neural Plate (pronunciation: /ˈnʊərəl pleɪt/) is a key structure that appears in the embryonic stage of all vertebrates, including humans. It plays a crucial role in the development of the nervous system.
Etymology
The term "Neural Plate" is derived from the Greek words "neuron" meaning nerve and "platus" meaning flat. This is in reference to the plate-like structure of the neural plate during the early stages of embryonic development.
Definition
The Neural Plate is a thick, flat layer of ectodermal cells which eventually develops into the nervous system. It is formed during the process of neurulation, where the neural plate folds to form the neural tube.
Related Terms
- Neurulation: The process by which the neural plate forms the neural tube.
- Neural Tube: The structure that develops from the neural plate and eventually forms the brain and spinal cord.
- Ectoderm: The outermost layer of cells or tissue of an embryo in early development, from which the skin and nervous system develop.
- Nervous System: The complex network of nerves and cells that transmit signals between different parts of the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neural plate
- Wikipedia's article - Neural plate
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