Asked by Keyuri Patel on May 06, 2024
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From months 5 to 7, a fetus is covered in a fine down called
A) chorion.
B) fuzz.
C) lanugo.
D) vernosa.
E) hairs.
Lanugo
Fine, downlike covering of the fetus.
Fetus
A fetus refers to a developing mammal or human after the embryonic stage and before birth, characterized by rapid growth and the formation of body structures.
Chorion
The outermost membrane surrounding an embryo of a reptile, bird, or mammal, contributing to the formation of the placenta in mammals.
- Outline the progression of human development from the moment of conception, through the phases of fetal growth, leading up to birth.
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Aariyan TooleyMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
During months 5 to 7, a fetus is covered in a fine down called lanugo, which serves to protect the delicate fetal skin and regulate the temperature of the fetus in utero.
Learning Objectives
- Outline the progression of human development from the moment of conception, through the phases of fetal growth, leading up to birth.
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