Developmental Psychology: Growth and Maturation Flashcards
1
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Conception
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A stage of prenatal development where the egg cell (ovum) is fertilized with the male sperm cell.
2
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Gametes
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Human Sex Cells
3
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Zygote
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A fertilized egg.
4
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Geminal Period
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Conception + 2 Weeks
The zygote travels down the fallopian tube and is implanted in the uterine wall.
5
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Embryonic Period
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Germinal Period + 8 weeks
The embryo increases in size by 2million percent and begins to develop human appearance
6
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Fetal Period
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Begins in the 3rd month
The fetus experiences its first measurable electrical activity in the brain.
