Lab 1 - Cytology and Early Stages of Development Flashcards

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Base (Microscope)

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Supports the microscope and houses the light source

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Coarse Focus Knob (Microscope)

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Moves the stage up and down for initial focusing

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Condenser (Microscope)

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Focuses light onto the specimen

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Diaphragm Lever (Microscope)

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Adjusts the amount of light passing through

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Fine Focus Knob (Microscope)

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Provides precise focusing of the specimen

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Lamp (Microscope)

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Provides illumination for viewing the specimen

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Mechanical Stage (Microscope)

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Holds the slide securely and allows for movement

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Objective Lenses (X4/X10/X40) (Microscope)

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Magnifies the specimen at different levels

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Ocular Lens (Microscope)

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Eyepiece that magnifies the image further

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Rotating Nosepiece (Microscope)

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Allows for easy switching between objective lenses

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Stage Clip (Microscope)

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Holds the slide in place on the stage

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Stage Control Knobs (Microscope)

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Moves the mechanical stage left/right or up/down

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Tube (Microscope)

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Connects the ocular lens to the objective lenses

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Prophase (Mitosis)

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  • Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes (sister chromatids).
  • Nuclear membrane begins to break down.
  • Spindle fibers form from centrioles and attach to chromosomes.
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Anaphase (Mitosis)

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  • Sister chromatids are pulled apart and move toward opposite poles of the cell.
  • Cell elongates as the spindle fibers shorten.
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Metaphase (Mitosis)

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  • Chromosomes line up at the cell’s equatorial plane (metaphase plate).
  • Spindle fibers are fully formed and attached to the centromeres of the chromosomes.
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Telophase (Mitosis)

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  • Chromatids reach the poles and begin to de-condense back into chromatin.
  • Nuclear membranes reassemble around each set of chromosomes.
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Cytokinesis (Mitosis)

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  • Division of the cytoplasm occurs, resulting in two separate daughter cells.
  • Cells physically separate, completing cell division.
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Cell membrane (Mitosis)

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  • Maintains the integrity of the cell and regulates what enters and exits.
  • Throughout mitosis (all phases)
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Centriole (Mitosis)

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  • Organizes the spindle fibers that separate chromosomes during mitosis.
  • Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase
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Centromere (Mitosis)

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  • The region where sister chromatids are joined and where the spindle fibers attach during mitosis.
  • Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase
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Centrosome (Mitosis)

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  • The microtubule organizing center that contains centrioles; it helps in forming the spindle apparatus.
  • Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase
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Chromosome (Mitosis)

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  • Carries genetic information; condenses from chromatin and is pulled apart during mitosis.
  • Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase
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Sister chromatids (Mitosis)

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  • Two identical copies of a chromosome, connected at the centromere, that are separated during anaphase.
  • Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase
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Spindle Apparatus (Mitosis)

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  • Organizes and separates chromosomes during cell division by attaching to centromeres and pulling sister chromatids apart.
  • Formed during prophase and disassembles after telophase is complete.
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Prophase I (Meiosis)

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  • Chromosomes condense and become visible.
  • Crossing over occurs, exchanging genetic material between homologous chromosomes.
  • Nuclear membrane begins to break down, and spindle fibers form.
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Metaphase I (Meiosis)

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  • Tetrads align along the metaphase plate.
  • Spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of each homologous chromosome.
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Anapphase I (Meiosis)

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Homologous chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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Prophase II (Meiosis)

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  • Chromosomes condense again if they had de-condensed after Meiosis I.
  • Spindle apparatus forms again.
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Telophase I (Meiosis)

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  • Chromosomes reach the poles and begin to de-condense.
  • The cell undergoes cytokinesis, leading to two daughter cells.
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Metaphase II (Meiosis)

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Chromosomes line up individually along the metaphase plate.

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Anapphase II (Meiosis)

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  • Sister chromatids are pulled apart and move toward opposite poles of the cell.
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Telophase II (Meiosis)

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  • Chromatids reach the poles and begin to de-condense.
  • The cell undergoes cytokinesis, resulting in four haploid daughter cells.
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Diploid Cells (Meiosis)

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  • Contain two sets of chromosomes (one from each parent); undergo meiosis to produce haploid cells.
  • Divide in Meiosis I to form haploid cells.
  • Changes during Meiosis I; diploid at the start, become haploid at the end of Meiosis I.
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Haploid Cells (Meiosis)

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  • Contain one set of chromosomes; the result of meiosis, these cells develop into gametes (sperm or eggs).
  • Formed at the end of Meiosis I and maintained through Meiosis II.
  • Present at the end of Meiosis I and throughout Meiosis II.
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Homologous Chromosomes (Meiosis)

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  • Pairs of chromosomes, one from each parent, that carry genes for the same traits; undergo synapsis in Prophase I.
  • Separate during Anaphase I; no longer paired after this phase.
  • Present during Prophase I; separate during Anaphase I.
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Cell Membrane (Cell Structure)

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  • Acts aas a barrier separating inside and outside of the cell.
  • Controls the flow of substances into and out of the cell
  • Helps identify the cell to other cells (e.g., immune cells)
  • Participates in intercellular signaling
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Sister chromatids (Meiosis)

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  • Identical copies of a chromosome connected at the centromere; produced during DNA replication.
  • Separate during Anaphase II; centromeres split, allowing chromatids to move apart.
  • Present during Prophase I, Metaphase II; separate during Anaphase II.
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Centrioles (Cell Structure)

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Help organize cell division by forming spindle fibers that separate chromosomes.

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Centrosome (Cell Structure)

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  • The pericentriolar matrix of the centrosome contains tubulins that build microtubules in nondiving cells.
  • The pericentriolar matrix of the centrosome forms the mitotic spindle during cell division
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Chromatin (Cell Structure)

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Contains DNA and proteins, which hold genetic information and condense to form chromosomes during cell division.

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Cytoplasm (Cell Structure)

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Site of all intracellular activities except those occurring in the nucleus

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Golgi Apparatus (Cell Structure)

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  • Modifies, sorts, packages, and transports proteins received from the rough ER
  • Forms secretory vesicles that discharge processed proteins via exocytosis into extracellular fluid; forms membrane vesicles that ferry new molecules to the plasma membrane; forms transport vesicles that carry molecules to other organelles, such as lysosomes
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Mitochondria (Cell Structure)

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  • Generate ATP through reactions of aerobic cellular respiration
  • Play an important early role in apoptosis
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Nuclear Membrane (Cell Structure)

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Surrounds and protects the nucleus, controlling what enters and leaves it.

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Nucleolus (Cell Structure)

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Makes ribosomes, which are essential for protein production in the cell.

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Nucleus (Cell Structure)

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  • Controls cellular structure
  • Directs cellular activities
  • Produces ribosomes in nucleoli
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Ribosomes (Cell Structure)

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  • Ribosomes associated with endoplasmic reticulum synthesize proteins destined for insertion in the plasma membrane or secretion from the cell
  • Free ribosomes synthesize protein used in the cytosol
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Rough Endoplasmic Reticulum (Cell Structure)

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Rough ER synthesizes glycoproteins and phospholipids that are transferred into cellular organelles, inserted into the plasma membrane, or secreted during exocytosis

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Smooth Endoplasmic Reticulum (Cell Structure)

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Smooth ER synthesizes fatty acids and steroids, such as estrogens and testosterone; inactivates or detoxifies drugs and other potentially harmful substances; removes the phosphate group from glucose-6-phosphate; and stores and releases calcium ions that trigger contraction in muscle fibers

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Oocyte (Early Development)

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Female gamete; initial cell that, after fertilization, will develop into an embryo.

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4 Cell Stage (Early Development)

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Early division phase where the zygote undergoes mitosis to increase cell number.

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Morula (Early Development)

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Solid ball of cells formed from the zygote by rapid cell division. Begins differentiation.

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Early Blastocyst (Early Development)

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Forms a fluid-filled cavity and differentiates into the inner cell mass and trophoblast.

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Blastocyst Cavity (Early Development)

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Fluid-filled cavity that provides space for further cellular differentiation.

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Inner Cell Mass (Early Development)

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Cluster of cells within the blastocyst that will become the embryo proper.

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Trophoblast Cells (Early Development)

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Outer cells of the blastocyst that later form part of the placenta.

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9-12 day Blastocyst (Early Development)

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Stage when the blastocyst implants into the uterine wall and starts forming embryonic structures.

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Amnion (Early Development -> 9-12 days)

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Thin membrane that forms around the embryo, creating the amniotic cavity.

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Amniotic Cavity (Early Development -> 9-12 days)

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Fluid-filled space that protects the embryo during development.

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Chorion (Early Development - 9-12 days)

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Forms the outermost fetal membrane and contributes to the placenta.

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Embryonic disc (Early Development - 9-12 days)

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Bilayered structure from which the embryo will develop.

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Epiblast (Early Development - 9-12 days)

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Upper layer of the embryonic disc that forms all tissues of the embryo.

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Hypoblast (Early Development - 9-12 days)

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Lower layer of the embryonic disc that contributes to yolk sac development.

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20-day embryo (Early Development)

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Developing embryo with initial formation of organ systems.

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Amnion (Early Development - 20 days)

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Surrounds the amniotic cavity, providing further protection to the embryo.

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Amniotic Cavity (Early Development - 20 days)

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Protective fluid-filled cavity surrounding the embryo.

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Chorion with chorionic villi (Early Development - 20 days)

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Forms part of the placenta and facilitates nutrient and gas exchange.

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Embryo (Early Development - 20 days)

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Developing organism with established germ layers.

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Yolk Sac (Early Development - 20 days)

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Provides early nutrients and blood cells to the embryo.

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25 days/4 week Embryo (Early Development)

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Stage where early organ structures and body segments become more defined.

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Embryo (Early Development - 25 days)

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Developing organism with further specialization of tissues and organs.

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Head (Early Development - 25 days Embryo)

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Contains developing brain and sensory organs.

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Heart (Early Development - 25 days Embryo)

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Early heart structure that begins to beat and circulate blood.

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Tail (Early Development - 25 days Embryo)

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Forms the caudal end of the embryo, will recede as development progresses.

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Extraembryonic membranes (Early Development - 25 days)

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Supportive structures that protect and nourish the embryo, including the amnion, chorion, and yolk sac.

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aminion (Early Development - 25 days Extraembryonic membranes)

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Surrounds and protects the embryo, forming the amniotic cavity.

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Amniotic Cavity (Early Development - 25 days Extraembryonic membranes)

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Fluid-filled cavity that cushions and protects the embryo.

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Chorion (Early Development - 25 days Extraembryonic membranes )

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Outermost membrane contributing to placenta formation; assists in gas and nutrient exchange.

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chorionic villi (Early Development - 25 days Extraembryonic membranes)

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Extensions that increase surface area for nutrient and gas exchange between mother and embryo.

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Yolk Sac (Early Development - 25 days Extraembryonic membranes)

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Provides initial nutrients and blood cells for the embryo.

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Umbilical cord (Early Development - 25 days)

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Connects the embryo to the placenta, carrying blood, nutrients, and waste between embryo and mother.