Which Assertion Is TRUE of Prenatal Development

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which assertion is TRUE of prenatal development?

• A) Prenatal development is essentially completely due to nature, except when teratogens are involved.
• B) Prenatal development is purely the unfolding of innate potential.
• C) There are innumerable interactions between nature and nurture in the womb.
• D) The interaction of nature and nurture is limited to the control of the effects of nurture by the nature of the mother.

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Definitions:

Developing Embryo

Describes the early stage of fetal development post-conception, characterized by rapid cellular division and differentiation.

Genetically Male

Terms pertaining to individuals with an XY chromosome pair, determining male biological sex.

Identical Stem Cells

Cells that are genetically identical and have the potential to develop into any type of cell in the body, used in various medical treatments and research.

Specialized Parts

Components within a system designed to perform a specific function or task, often contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the system.