Mutation in master regulators, such as those governing the formation of body segments called _____________ that later develop into bones and skeletal muscles, are usually lethal to the embryo.

A. blastocysts
B. somites
C. embryonic disks
D. amnion
E. pharyngeal arches


Answer: B

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