Asked by Samantha Alvarez on Jul 02, 2024
Which stage of prenatal development lasts from two months after conception through birth
A) zygote stage
B) fetal stage
C) embryonic stage
D) germinal stage
Fetal Stage
The final phase of prenatal development, starting from the ninth week of pregnancy until birth, during which significant growth and maturation of organs occur.
Prenatal Development
The process of growth and development within the womb from conception until birth.
Conception
The process of fertilization when a sperm cell fuses with an ovum, leading to the formation of a zygote and the beginning of pregnancy.
- Become familiar with the timeline and specific qualities of the germinal, embryonic, and fetal stages.
Learning Objectives
- Become familiar with the timeline and specific qualities of the germinal, embryonic, and fetal stages.