Embryonic Development and Parturition Quiz

The amniotic fluid protects the embryo from physical damage by jerks and mechanical shocks.

The full term of the development of an embryo in the uterus.

Two eggs are released from the ovaries at a time and both may get fertilised, resulting in the birth of fraternal twins.

<p>At the time of birth, the baby is pushed out by contractions of the muscles of the uterus. After some time, the umbilical cord shrinks and can be tied and cut. After about 15 minutes, the placenta breaks from the uterus and is expelled out after birth. The newborn announces its arrival with a sharp cry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Identical twins result from a single fertilised egg splitting during the early stages of cell division, while fraternal twins result from two eggs being released from the ovaries at a time and both getting fertilised.</p> Signup and view all the answers