Asked by BAYANI JR SAPARRI on Sep 27, 2024

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Angelica finds out that she is pregnant after implantation but before the baby is old enough to be called a fetus.Angelica is worried that she has not yet felt her baby move inside her.She should not worry because Angelica and Dominic's baby _____________.

A) does not yet have a skeleton that has hardened
B) does not yet have vernix and lanugo
C) is awake less than 15% of the time
D) is not yet viable

Lanugo

Fine, soft hair, especially that which covers the body and limbs of a human fetus or newborn.

Skeleton

The internal framework of bones and cartilage in vertebrates that provides support, protection, and shape to the body.

Vernix

Vernix, or vernix caseosa, is a waxy or cheese-like white substance found coating the skin of newborn babies, providing protection in the womb.

  • Elucidate the relevance of knowledge pertaining to reproductive health in comprehending the stages of development.
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Gracie Clarkabout 10 hours ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The baby at this stage is called an embryo and has not yet developed a hardened skeleton, so it is not yet capable of movement. This typically occurs around week 8-9 of pregnancy.