Asked by Melaney Heinrichs on Jun 10, 2024
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The developing human organism from 9 weeks after conception to birth is known as a(n)
A) embryo.
B) fetus.
C) zygote.
D) ovum.
Developing Human Organism
An ongoing process of growth and change in humans, from conception through the entire lifespan.
Fetus
A developing human from approximately the end of the eighth week after conception to the moment of birth.
Conception
The process of becoming pregnant involving the fertilization of an egg by a sperm.
- Comprehend the biological foundation and phases of development before birth.
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Niranjan ReddyJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
From 9 weeks after conception to birth, the developing human organism is known as a fetus. Before 9 weeks, it is considered an embryo. The zygote is the initial cell formed when the sperm and egg fuse together, and the ovum is simply the egg cell released from the female's ovary during ovulation.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the biological foundation and phases of development before birth.