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What is the primary focus of the course described?
What is the primary focus of the course described?
Which aspect of childhood development will the course NOT cover?
Which aspect of childhood development will the course NOT cover?
What type of theories will be explored in the course regarding childhood development?
What type of theories will be explored in the course regarding childhood development?
In which academic semester is this course offered?
In which academic semester is this course offered?
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Which statement best represents the nature of learning in this course?
Which statement best represents the nature of learning in this course?
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What is the primary process occurring during the embryonic period?
What is the primary process occurring during the embryonic period?
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During which weeks of development does the embryonic period take place?
During which weeks of development does the embryonic period take place?
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What term is used to describe the multi-cellular organism that develops after implantation in the uterine wall?
What term is used to describe the multi-cellular organism that develops after implantation in the uterine wall?
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What event marks the beginning of the embryonic period?
What event marks the beginning of the embryonic period?
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Which of the following statements about the embryonic period is incorrect?
Which of the following statements about the embryonic period is incorrect?
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What are the alternative terms used in the nature-nurture debate?
What are the alternative terms used in the nature-nurture debate?
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Which statement best captures the essence of the nature-nurture controversy?
Which statement best captures the essence of the nature-nurture controversy?
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In the context of the nature-nurture debate, what does 'nature' primarily refer to?
In the context of the nature-nurture debate, what does 'nature' primarily refer to?
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What aspect does 'nurture' encompass in the nature-nurture debate?
What aspect does 'nurture' encompass in the nature-nurture debate?
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Which of the following pairs best illustrate the central themes of the nature-nurture debate?
Which of the following pairs best illustrate the central themes of the nature-nurture debate?
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At approximately what stage is the fetus around the size of a kidney bean?
At approximately what stage is the fetus around the size of a kidney bean?
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What significant development begins between 9 to 12 weeks of gestation?
What significant development begins between 9 to 12 weeks of gestation?
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By the end of which week does the fetus possess all its body parts, including external genitalia?
By the end of which week does the fetus possess all its body parts, including external genitalia?
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Which of the following statements is false regarding fetal development between 9 and 12 weeks?
Which of the following statements is false regarding fetal development between 9 and 12 weeks?
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During what time frame does complete external genitalia development occur?
During what time frame does complete external genitalia development occur?
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How does the size of a family indirectly affect the rate of growth in children?
How does the size of a family indirectly affect the rate of growth in children?
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Which factor related to familial influence could potentially hinder growth and development?
Which factor related to familial influence could potentially hinder growth and development?
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What is a potential consequence of a larger family size on child development?
What is a potential consequence of a larger family size on child development?
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Which of the following statements about familial influence on growth is accurate?
Which of the following statements about familial influence on growth is accurate?
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In terms of growth, what is a key consideration when evaluating familial influence?
In terms of growth, what is a key consideration when evaluating familial influence?
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Study Notes
Nature vs. Nurture
- The nature vs nurture debate discusses the influence of genetics and environmental factors on development
- Alternate names for this debate are: Heredity vs. Environment and Maturation vs. Learning
Embryonic Period
- The embryonic period starts with the implantation of the zygote in the uterine wall.
- The embryonic period lasts from the third to the eighth week after conception.
- During this period, the multi-cellular organism is called an embryo.
- The fetus is about the size of a kidney bean during this stage.
- Sex organs begin to differentiate between the ninth and twelfth weeks.
- By the twelfth week, the fetus has all body parts including external genitalia.
Factors Affecting Growth and Development
- Family Size: The size of the family has an indirect effect on growth rates.
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Explore the complex debate of nature versus nurture and how it affects human development. This quiz also covers critical stages during the embryonic period and factors influencing growth, such as family size. Test your knowledge on these fundamental psychological concepts.
