Fertilisation Flashcards
1
Q
Fertilisation
A
When the DNA from two gametes combined
2
Q
Implantation
A
A fertilised egg attaches itself to the lining of the uterus
3
Q
Copulation
A
The act of mating
4
Q
Parturition
A
The foetus is expelled from the body
5
Q
Gestation
A
The length of time between conception and birth
6
Q
Where does fertilisation occur?
A
It usually occurs in the Fallopian tubes (oviducts) in mammals
7
Q
Rabbit
A
6.5 days
8
Q
Dog
A
6-10 days
9
Q
Cat
A
10-12 days
10
Q
Pig
A
12-14 days
11
Q
Cattle
A
30 days
12
Q
Rabbit gestation length
A
30-32 days
13
Q
Dog gestation length
A
58-70 days
14
Q
Cat gestation length
A
61-72 days
15
Q
Pig gestation length
A
114-115 days
