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The somatic mesoderm plays an important role in forming the body wall and limbs, while the splanchnic mesoderm is associated with the viscera.

                     Species: Mouse 
                     Day Gestation: 8 
             Approx. Human Age: 22 days 
                                   View: Ventral 
           Body Cavities (Early Week 4)
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