In General, Prenatal Development Is

question 100

Multiple Choice

In general, prenatal development is

• A) extremely predictable.
• B) controlled by maturational sequences.
• C) invulnerable to environmental influences.
• D) random in sequence and timing.
• E) determined solely by genetic programming.

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Definitions:

Suffix

A morpheme added at the end of a word to form a derivative, changing its meaning or creating a new word.

Leukoplakia

A white patch or plaque that develops on the tongue, the inside of the cheek, or on the floor of the mouth, often associated with smoking or other irritants.

Mucous Membrane

A protective lining found in various parts of the body such as nose, mouth, and lungs, producing mucus.

Xanthoderma

A yellow discoloration of the skin, often resulting from prolonged consumption of foods high in carotene or jaundice.