Developmental Psychologists Describe Prenatal Development as Occurring in

question 101

Multiple Choice

Developmental psychologists describe prenatal development as occurring in

• A)three stages: first, second, and third trimesters.
• B)three stages: germinal, embryonic, and fetal.
• C)nine stages corresponding to each month of pregnancy.
• D)two stages: fertilization and pregnancy.
• E)three stages: fertilization, pregnancy, and birth.

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Definitions:

Lamina

Part of the vertebral arch in the spine that forms the back part of the spinal canal which encloses and protects the spinal cord.

Spinous Processes

Spinous processes are the bony projections off the back of each vertebra that can be felt through the skin and serve for muscle attachment and movement of the spine.

Transverse Processes

Lateral projections from the vertebrae, serving as points of attachment for muscles and ligaments.

Fontanel

Soft spots on a baby's skull where the bones haven't yet fused, allowing for growth of the brain and skull.