The extraocular muscles are derived from which of the following structures?
Correct Answer: Somitomeres
Description: The somitomeres are specialized masses of mesoderm found in the head region that give rise to the muscles of the head. The extraocular muscles are derived from somitomeres 1, 2, 3, and 5.
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