Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-length of pregnancy; approximately 39 weeks in humans
A)Parturition
B)Chorion
C)Neonate
D)Zygote
E)Organogenesis
F)Blastocyst
G)Gestation
H)Morula
I)Senescence
J)Primary germ layers
K)Histogenesis
L)Embryology
M)Implantation
N)Fertilization

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Gestation refers to the length of pregnancy, which is approximately 39 weeks in humans.

Answer: N
 Fertilization is the process of the sperm and egg combining to form a zygote.

Answer: F
 The blastocyst is an early stage of embryonic development where the zygote has divided multiple times and formed a ball of cells.

Answer: M
 Implantation refers to the attachment of the blastocyst to the wall of the uterus.

Answer: A
 Parturition is the process of giving birth.

Answer: C
 A neonate is a newborn baby.

Answer: H
 A morula is an early stage of embryonic development where the zygote has divided multiple times and formed a solid ball of cells.

Answer: E
 Organogenesis is the process of organ formation during embryonic development.

Answer: J
 Primary germ layers are the three layers of cells that give rise to all of the body's tissues and organs during embryonic development.

Answer: K
 Histogenesis is the process of tissue formation during embryonic development.

Answer: L
 Embryology is the study of embryonic development, from fertilization to birth.

Answer: I
 Senescence refers to the process of aging or deterioration that occurs over time. This term is not directly related to embryonic development or pregnancy.

Answer: B
 The chorion is a membrane that forms around the embryo and helps to protect and nourish it during pregnancy.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition