A Fertilized Egg Is Called A(n)

question 33

Multiple Choice

A fertilized egg is called a(n)

• A) embryo.
• B) zygote.
• C) teratogen.
• D) fetus.

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Definitions:

Cranium

The part of the skull that encloses the brain, consisting of the frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital bones.

Temporal Bone

A bone of the skull located at the side of the head containing the organs of hearing and balance.

Parietal Bone

A bone forming the central side and upper back part of each side of the skull.

Occipital Bone

A cranial bone situated at the lower back part of the skull, forming the base and back wall of the skull.