Fetal Development Stages Quiz

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During which stage of fetal development does the zygote divide many times, eventually creating two separate structures?

  • Postnatal stage
  • Embryonic stage
  • Fetal stage
  • Germinal stage (correct)

What is the name of the structure that eventually becomes the fetus during fetal development?

  • Zygote
  • Placenta
  • Embryo (correct)
  • Blastocyst

Which is the longest stage of fetal development?

  • Germinal stage
  • Postnatal stage
  • Fetal stage (correct)
  • Embryonic stage

What is the name of the stage of fetal development that begins at conception and ends when the zygote implants into the uterine lining?

<p>Germinal stage (D)</p>
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What happens to the menstrual period if the blastocyst implants successfully into the uterine lining?

<p>It stops (B)</p>
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What is the name of the structure that the zygote creates during its journey down to the uterus?

<p>Placenta (B)</p>
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Flashcards

Germinal stage

The first stage of fetal development, from conception to implantation in the uterine lining, marked by rapid cell division of the zygote.

Embryo

The structure that develops from the implanted zygote and eventually becomes the fetus.

Fetal stage

The final and longest stage of fetal development.

Placenta

The support structure formed by the zygote on its way to the uterus, providing nourishment and waste removal for the developing embryo/fetus.

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Zygote division

The zygote divides and differentiates, forming two distinct structures in preparation for implantation and further development.

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Stopped menstruation

The menstrual period stops, indicating a successful pregnancy.

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