Anatomy Explorer
Branchial Arches
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Tim Taylor
Anatomy & Physiology Senior Writer
Tim Taylor is a senior writer at Innerbody Research focusing on human anatomy and physiology. Tim earned both his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his Master's degree in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh.
Last updated: Jul 10th, 2025
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Branchial arches develop in the embryo about the neck area during the fourth week. They resemble gills, and are also known as pharyngeal arches.
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