Question 1

The fimbriae are the part of the oviducts that are nearest the ovary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The primary germ layers of the body produce the gametes that join to form the zygote.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Explain the events from fertilization to the implantation of the fertilized egg into the uterus.

Accepted Answer

Fertilization occurs when a sperm cell s

Question 4

Explain how the use of fertility drugs can increase the frequency of multiple births.If twins result from fertility drugs,are they likely to be identical or fraternal? Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

Fertility drugs work by stimulating the

Question 5

Explain the function of the yolk sac,amniotic sac,chorionic villi,and the placenta.

Accepted Answer

The yolk sac is an extra-embryonic membr

Question 6

The sequence of development for the fertilized egg is

Accepted Answer

A)  fertilization,zygote,morula,implantation,and blastocyst 
B)  fertilization,zygote,morula,blastocyst,and implantation 
C)  fertilization,zygote,blastocyst,morula,and implantation 
D)  fertilization,zygote,blastocyst,implantation,and morula 
A)  fertilization,zygote,morula,implantation,and blastocyst 
B)  fertilization,zygote,morula,blastocyst,and implantation 
C)  fertilization,zygote,blastocyst,morula,and implantation 
D)  fertilization,zygote,blastocyst,implantation,and morula

Question 7

Match each term with its corresponding description or definition.
-condition that occurs when old bones develop shaggy-appearing margins with spurs

Accepted Answer

A) glaucoma 
B) osteoarthritis 
C) menopause 
D) atherosclerosis 
E) lipping
F)cataract
G)presbyopia 
A) glaucoma 
B) osteoarthritis 
C) menopause 
D) atherosclerosis 
E) lipping
F)cataract
G)presbyopia

Question 8

MATCHING
Match each term with its corresponding description or definition.
-structure that becomes a fluid-filled,shock-absorbing structure sometimes called the "bag of waters"

Accepted Answer

A) yolk sac 
B) fraternal twins 
C) zygote 
D) histogenesis 
E) amniotic cavity
F)identical twins
G)morula
H)primary germ layers
I)blastocyst
J)placenta 
A) yolk sac 
B) fraternal twins 
C) zygote 
D) histogenesis 
E) amniotic cavity
F)identical twins
G)morula
H)primary germ layers
I)blastocyst
J)placenta

Question 9

Which of the following is not a function of the placenta?

Accepted Answer

A)  acting as the nutrient bridge between mother and baby 
B)  acting as an excretory organ 
C)  acting as an endocrine organ 
D)  All of the above are functions of the placenta. 
A)  acting as the nutrient bridge between mother and baby 
B)  acting as an excretory organ 
C)  acting as an endocrine organ 
D)  All of the above are functions of the placenta.

Question 10

The chorionic villi allow the blood of the mother to mix with the blood of the baby so there can be an exchange of material.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The function of the yolk sac is to

Accepted Answer

A)  provide food until the blastocyst implants in the uterus 
B)  develop into a protective structure called the "bag of waters" 
C)  help in the production of blood cells 
D)  All of the above are functions of the yolk sac. 
A)  provide food until the blastocyst implants in the uterus 
B)  develop into a protective structure called the "bag of waters" 
C)  help in the production of blood cells 
D)  All of the above are functions of the yolk sac.

Question 12

What changes or developmental events occur during adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Adulthood is a significant phase in the

Question 13

Teratogens are most damaging to the fetus during the last trimester of pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is not a teratogenic cause of birth defects?

Accepted Answer

A)  alcohol 
B)  genes 
C)  radiation 
D)  infection 
A)  alcohol 
B)  genes 
C)  radiation 
D)  infection

Question 15

Fertilization usually occurs in the

Accepted Answer

A)  uterus 
B)  outer third of the oviduct near the ovary 
C)  inner third of the oviduct near the uterus 
D)  ovarian follicle 
A)  uterus 
B)  outer third of the oviduct near the ovary 
C)  inner third of the oviduct near the uterus 
D)  ovarian follicle

Question 16

Preeclampsia can develop into eclampsia,which can be fatal to both mother and baby.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The event that divides the prenatal and postnatal periods is birth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

If a fetus presents in the breech position,a cesarean section may be necessary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Adolescence is

Accepted Answer

A)  generally considered to be the teenage years 
B)  characterized by the completion of the deciduous teeth 
C)  characterized by the full closure of the bone growth plates 
D)  All of the above are true of adolescence. 
A)  generally considered to be the teenage years 
B)  characterized by the completion of the deciduous teeth 
C)  characterized by the full closure of the bone growth plates 
D)  All of the above are true of adolescence.

Question 20

After ovulation,the ovum immediately enters the fallopian tube.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 24: Growth and Development

The fimbriae are the part of the oviducts that are nearest the ovary.

The primary germ layers of the body produce the gametes that join to form the zygote.

Explain the events from fertilization to the implantation of the fertilized egg into the uterus.

Explain how the use of fertility drugs can increase the frequency of multiple births.If twins result from fertility drugs,are they likely to be identical or fraternal? Explain your answer.

Explain the function of the yolk sac,amniotic sac,chorionic villi,and the placenta.

The sequence of development for the fertilized egg is

Match each term with its corresponding description or definition. -condition that occurs when old bones develop shaggy-appearing margins with spurs

MATCHING Match each term with its corresponding description or definition. -structure that becomes a fluid-filled,shock-absorbing structure sometimes called the "bag of waters"

Which of the following is not a function of the placenta?

The chorionic villi allow the blood of the mother to mix with the blood of the baby so there can be an exchange of material.

The function of the yolk sac is to

What changes or developmental events occur during adulthood?

Teratogens are most damaging to the fetus during the last trimester of pregnancy.

Which of the following is not a teratogenic cause of birth defects?

Fertilization usually occurs in the

Preeclampsia can develop into eclampsia,which can be fatal to both mother and baby.

The event that divides the prenatal and postnatal periods is birth.

If a fetus presents in the breech position,a cesarean section may be necessary.

Adolescence is

After ovulation,the ovum immediately enters the fallopian tube.

An Introduction to the Structure and Function of the Body

Chemistry of Life

Cells

Tissues

Organ Systems of the Body

Mechanisms of Disease

The Integumentary System and Body Membranes

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Nervous System

The Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Heart

The Circulation of the Blood

The Lymphatic System and Immunity

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System

Nutrition and Metabolism

The Urinary System

Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Acid-Base Balance

The Reproductive Systems

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