Which of the Following Describes the Fetal Period

question 297

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes the fetal period?

• A) the period during which the zygote moves down to the uterus and begins to implant in the lining
• B) the period during which the major organs and structures of the organism first develop
• C) the period during which the umbilical cord develops
• D) the period during which tremendous growth occurs and the organs continue to develop and become functional

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Definitions:

Periacqueductal Gray

A region in the brain involved in the modulation of pain and in defensive behavior responses, located around the cerebral aqueduct within the tegmentum.

Kinesthetic System

The sensory system that represents the coordination of muscle movements and the perception of body position and movement through space.

Body Movement

Physical motion or gesture of any part of the body, often studied in areas such as kinesiology and psychology to understand human behavior and communication.

Relative Position

The location of something in relation to other objects or locations, often used in spatial navigation and geometry.