On Average, Fetuses Gain About _____ Pounds During the Last

question 69

Multiple Choice

On average, fetuses gain about _____ pounds during the last trimester of pregnancy, which brings the average birthweight to about 7.5 pounds.

• A) 1.5
• B) 2.5
• C) 4.5
• D) 6.5

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Definitions:

Hippocampus

The region of the forebrain that plays a role in emotions, the ability to remember, and the ability to compare sensory information to expectations.

Caregiving Behavior

Actions and activities performed to meet the physical, emotional, or social needs of another person.

Regulator Genes

Genes that control or regulate the expression of other genes, influencing various biological processes and traits.

Teratogens

Agents or factors that cause malformation or serious developmental problems in a fetus when exposure occurs during pregnancy, including certain chemicals, drugs, and infections.