The process termed ________ begins when the blastocyst attaches to the endometrium and continues as the blastocyst invades maternal tissues.

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The process described in the question is specifically referring to implantation, which is the attachment and invasion of the blastocyst into maternal tissues. Cleavage refers to the rapid cell divisions that occur after fertilization, while placentation and differentiation are later stages in development. Embryogenesis refers to the overall process of embryo development, which includes all of these stages.

The Process Termed ________ Begins When the Blastocyst Attaches to the Endometrium