Development Vocab Flashcards
1
Q
Zygote - 0-2 weeks
A
Fertilized egg. Rapid cell division.
2
Q
Genes
A
Things we inherit from parents.
3
Q
Embryo - 2-8 weeks
A
Developing human organism (vital organs).
4
Q
Fetus - 9 weeks-9 months
A
Developing human organism (human features).
5
Q
Teratogens
A
Substances/viruses that harm the baby.
6
Q
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
A
Physical and cognitive abnormalities from mom consuming alcohol while pregnant.
7
Q
Rooting Reflex
A
Touch cheek, they turn for source of food.
8
Q
Grasping Reflex
A
Latch onto things with hands.
9
Q
Stepping Reflex
A
Legs move to chest.
10
Q
Babinski Reflex
A
Touch foot, toes flare and curl.
11
Q
Moro Reflex
A
When falling, arms flare, back arches.
12
Q
Maturation
A
Develop over time.
13
Q
Critical Period
A
Specific time frame for things to develop
14
Q
Schemas
A
Mental framework.
15
Q
Assimilation
A
Add new info to framework.
