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During which week of development does the heart become four-chambered?
During which week of development does the heart become four-chambered?
- Fifth week
- Sixth week (correct)
- Seventh week
- Fourth week
What is the primary focus during the fetal period?
What is the primary focus during the fetal period?
- Growth and differentiation of existing tissues and organs (correct)
- Development of new structures
- Formation of the heart prominence
- Rapid brain development
During which period is the fetus least vulnerable to the damaging effects of drugs, radiation, and microbes?
During which period is the fetus least vulnerable to the damaging effects of drugs, radiation, and microbes?
- Embryonic period
- Fetal period (correct)
- Both periods pose equal vulnerability
- The vulnerability varies throughout both periods
What is the approximate proportion of the full-term weight gained during the last 2.5 months of intrauterine life?
What is the approximate proportion of the full-term weight gained during the last 2.5 months of intrauterine life?
During which week does the rapid development of the brain occur, leading to considerable growth of the head?
During which week does the rapid development of the brain occur, leading to considerable growth of the head?
What is the approximate proportion of body length occupied by the head at the beginning of the fetal period?
What is the approximate proportion of body length occupied by the head at the beginning of the fetal period?
During which period do the limbs show substantial development?
During which period do the limbs show substantial development?
What is the approximate proportion of fetal length occupied by the limbs at the end of the fetal period?
What is the approximate proportion of fetal length occupied by the limbs at the end of the fetal period?
During which period does the neck and trunk begin to straighten?
During which period does the neck and trunk begin to straighten?
What distinguishes the fetal period from the embryonic period in terms of development?
What distinguishes the fetal period from the embryonic period in terms of development?
