Once a zygote implants itself in the uterine lining, it officially becomes a(n) ____.
A) embryo
B) baby
C) fetus
D) germ disc

Question

Once a zygote implants itself in the uterine lining, it officially becomes a(n) ____.
A) ​embryo
B) ​baby
C) ​fetus
D) ​germ disc

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

After fertilization, the zygote travels down the fallopian tube and implants itself in the uterine lining. Once this occurs, it is officially considered an embryo and begins to undergo various developmental stages. It is not considered a fetus until the 9th week of gestation. "Baby" is not a technical term used in the context of prenatal development. "Germ disc" is not a term used to describe the developmental stage after implantation.

Once a Zygote Implants Itself in the Uterine Lining, It