The Third and Longest Period of Prenatal Development, Extending from the Ninth

question 587

Multiple Choice

The third and longest period of prenatal development, extending from the ninth week until birth, is called the:

• A) fetal period.
• B) germinal period.
• C) zygotic period.
• D) embryonic period.

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Definitions:

Compound Semi-Annually

Interest on an investment or loan is calculated twice a year, with each calculation adding the accrued interest to the principal for future interest computation.

Strip Bond

A debt security that has had its main components, such as periodic interest payments, separated, leaving only the principal to be repaid at maturity.

Discount Rate

The interest rate charged by central banks to commercial banks for loans and advances, influencing monetary policy and overall economy.

Compounded Semi-Annually

Interest calculation method where interest is added to the principal twice a year, leading to interest on interest.