What is another word for germinal disc?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɜːmɪnə͡l dˈɪsk] (IPA) 
The germinal disc is a term commonly used when referring to the round yellow area found on the surface of a bird's egg. There are several synonyms that can be used in place of the phrase "germinal disc." Some of these synonyms include the blastoderm, the embryo disk or the embryonic disc. These terms all refer to the same small circular spot that contains the female bird's DNA and will eventually develop into the embryo and yolk sac. Using these synonyms in place of the term "germinal disc" can help to add variety to one's writing and avoid repetition.
