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yolk

Term ID
ZFA:0000084
Synonyms
  • yolk cell
Definition
Giant syncytial uncleaved cell containing nutrient store for embryonic development in the form of semicrystalline phospholipoprotein and contained within yolk granules. (1)
Appears at
Zygote:1-cell (0.0h-0.75h)
Evident until
Larval:Day 5 (120.0h-144.0h, 3.9mm, 6 teeth)
References
  • CL:0000428
  • TAO:0000084
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