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What is the role of cleavage in embryonic development?

Cleavage allows for rapid development of a large number of smaller cells.

Cleavage promotes differentiation of cells into germ layers.

Cleavage prevents polyspermy.

Cleavage plays a role in apoptosis, not in embryonic development.

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Cleavage allows for rapid development of a large number of smaller cells.