Explain notochord?
Answer / Pawan Kumar Maurya
The notochord is a rod-like structure found in many chordate embryos, including humans during early development. It provides initial support and helps maintain the body axis until the vertebral column develops. In most animals, the notochord is eventually replaced by the vertebral column.
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