All of the following cells are of endodermal origin except______________?

Correct answer: C. Odontoblasts

  • A. Hepatocytes
  • B. Epithelial cells of the intestine
  • C. Odontoblasts
  • D. Goblet cells

Explanation

Hepatocytes, intestinal epithelium and goblet cells are endodermal derivatives. Odontoblasts arise from neural crest-derived ectomesenchyme, so they are the exception.

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