The _____ Stage of Prenatal Development Refers to the First

question 12

Short Answer

The _____ stage of prenatal development refers to the first two weeks after conception.

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Definitions:

Axial Skeleton

The axial skeleton is the part of the skeleton that consists of the bones of the head and trunk of a vertebrate, including the skull, spine, sternum, and ribs.

Cancellous Bone

a type of bone that is less dense, more porous, and found at the ends of long bones and in the inner layers of most bones, important for metabolic processes.

Compact Bone

The compact, rigid external layer of bone that offers support and form.

Tubular

Describes something that is long, hollow, and cylindrical, often used in reference to certain structures or shapes in biology and manufacturing.