In humans,the term embryo refers to the following period of time: ____.
A) from the ninth week after fertilization until birth
B) from the eighth week after fertilization until birth
C) from fertilization until the ninth week after fertilization
D) from 2 to 10 weeks after fertilization
E) from 2 to 8 weeks after fertilization

Question

In humans,the term embryo refers to the following period of time: ____.  
A) from the ninth week after fertilization until birth
B) from the eighth week after fertilization until birth
C) from fertilization until the ninth week after fertilization
D) from 2 to 10 weeks after fertilization
E) from 2 to 8 weeks after fertilization

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to embryonic development, the period from fertilization until the eighth week after fertilization is referred to as the embryo stage in humans. Therefore, option E, which states from 2 to 8 weeks after fertilization, is the correct answer.

In Humans,the Term Embryo Refers to the Following Period of Time