Which Best Describes What Occurs During the Fetal Period of Development

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which best describes what occurs during the fetal period of development?

• A) Maturation of organ systems
• B) Development of basic organ systems
• C) Resistance of organs to damage from external agents
• D) Development of placental oxygen-carbon dioxide exchange

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