2.1.2 - Embryonic Stage (3–8 weeks)
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What is the embryonic stage and how long does it last?
💡 Hint: Think about the timing of human growth.
Name one organ that develops during the embryonic stage.
💡 Hint: It's responsible for pumping blood.
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What is the main focus of the embryonic stage?
💡 Hint: Think about the critical changes happening early in development.
True or False: The heart begins to develop after the 8th week.
💡 Hint: Recall when key developments occur during this stage.
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Explain why the embryonic stage is considered highly sensitive to external influences. Include examples and the potential outcomes of these influences.
💡 Hint: Compare it to how fragile seedlings need certain conditions to grow.
Discuss the consequences of the absence of prenatal care during the embryonic stage.
💡 Hint: Think about how regular maintenance improves the health of anything delicate.
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