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Germinal Disc

Definition: The germinal disc, also known as the blastodisc, is a small circular spot on the surface of an egg, containing the nucleus and cytoplasm, from which the embryo develops.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: Biological

Usage: The germinal disc is a crucial component in the fertilization process of many animals.

Sample Sentence 1: The sperm fertilizes the egg by penetrating the outer layer and merging with the germinal disc.

Sample Sentence 2: The size and position of the germinal disc determine the orientation and development of the resulting organism.

Related Products: Embryology Textbook, Fertilization Process Book