Infant and Toddler Development Is Characterized by

question 11

Multiple Choice

Infant and toddler development is characterized by

• A)rapid growth,making the transition from dependency to more autonomous play and learning.
• B)a series of milestones,entering school for the first time,and rapid development rate in comparison to preschoolers.
• C)formal schooling,social development,and management of emotions.
• D)concrete operational thinking.

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Definitions:

Amnion

A thin, protective membrane that forms a sac around the embryo or fetus during pregnancy, containing the amniotic fluid.

Placenta

An organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, providing oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby while removing waste products from the baby's blood.

Amniotic Fluid

The protective liquid contained within the amniotic sac of a pregnant female, surrounding and cushioning the fetus during development.

Maternal Wastes

Biological and chemical substances eliminated by the mother's body, often referred to in the context of pregnancy and its impact on fetal development.