When do the germinal and embryonic periods occur?
A)first trimester
B)first and second trimesters respectively
C)second trimester
D)second and third trimesters respectively

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The germinal period and embryonic period occur during the first trimester of pregnancy. The germinal period lasts from fertilization to the end of the second week, while the embryonic period lasts from the third week to the end of the eighth week. The second and third trimesters are characterized by the fetal period.

When Do the Germinal and Embryonic Periods Occur