The structure derived from neural crest is: (A) Retina, (B) Cauda equina, (C) Melanocytes, (D) Adrenal coex
Answer is C. The neural crest is the region from where the pigment cells(melanoblasts) of skin develop. Ref: Inderbir Singh's Human embryology; Tenth edition; Pg 327 Mnemonic:SOME GAP S-Schwann cells -Skeleton of face O-odontoblasts M-Meninges(pia and arachnoid) E-Endocardial cushion G-Ganglia(autonomic and dorsal root ganglia) A-Adrenal medulla -Aoicopulmonary septum P-Pigmant cells(melanocytes) -Pharyngeal arches(nerves and cailage) -parafollicular c cells of thyroid