Pregnancy Stages Flashcards
1
Q
fertilization period
A
- union of ova and sperm
- zygote formation
- sex determination
2
Q
germinal period
A
- conception: 2 weeks
- rapid cell division
- implantation(embryo attachment to uterine wall)
- 48 hours for formation of zygote
3
Q
embryonic period
A
- begins after implantation completed
- weeks 2-8
- major structural development
4
Q
fetal period
A
- week 9 to delivery
- function and maturation of baby
- sensitive period
