Term Name: primitive streak formation
Synonyms:
Definition: The developmental process pertaining to the initial formation of the primitive streak from unspecified parts. The primitive streak is a ridge of cells running along the midline of the embryo where the mesoderm ingresses. It defines the anterior-posterior axis.
Ontology: GO: Biological Process [GO:0090009]    QuickGO    AmiGO

Relationships
is part of: anterior/posterior axis specification gastrulation with mouth forming second
is a type of: anatomical structure formation involved in morphogenesis