Asked by Taylor Schon on Jun 08, 2024
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During the ____________ month,the fetus for the first time has a chance of surviving outside of the womb,which means that it is viable.
A) sixth
B) seventh
C) eighth
D) ninth
Viable
The ability of a fetus to survive outside the uterus after birth, generally achieved by about 24-28 weeks of gestation.
Womb
The organ in female mammals where offspring are conceived and in which they gestate before birth; the uterus.
- Comprehend the chronological order and principal landmarks in the development before birth.
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Mohamed Ali HADHRIJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The fetus is considered viable, meaning it has a chance of surviving outside of the womb, starting from the sixth month of pregnancy. This is when critical developments, such as lung maturation, have progressed enough to support life outside the uterus with medical intervention.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the chronological order and principal landmarks in the development before birth.