1.
Fertilization is when a womans egg meets a mans sperm. For this to happen, the woman's egg must have exited her ovaries and travelled to her fallopian tube. This occurance only happens once about every 28 days and is called?
Correct Answer
B. Ovulation
Explanation
Ovulation is the correct answer because it accurately describes the process in which a woman's egg is released from her ovaries and travels to her fallopian tube. Ovulation typically occurs once every 28 days and is necessary for fertilization to take place. The other options, "Ovumation," "Ovualte Cycle," and "Egg Drop," are not correct terms and do not accurately describe the process of the egg being released from the ovaries.
2.
After a single sperm has penetrated the egg, fertilization has occured. What is the fertilized egg now called?
Correct Answer
A. Zygote
Explanation
After a single sperm has penetrated the egg, fertilization occurs, resulting in the formation of a zygote. A zygote is the initial stage of a new organism, formed by the fusion of the sperm and egg. It contains the complete set of genetic information needed to develop into a fully formed individual. Therefore, the correct answer is "Zygote."
3.
After fertilization, the egg must move down the fallopian tubes into the uterus. There it implants and begins to grow. If the egg implants in the fallopian tube very serious complications may occur and the woman must terminate her pregnancy. An egg implanted in the fallopian tube is called a ___?
Correct Answer
D. Ectopic Pregnancy
Explanation
After fertilization, the egg normally travels down the fallopian tubes into the uterus where it implants and grows. However, if the egg implants in the fallopian tube instead of the uterus, it is called an ectopic pregnancy. This can lead to serious complications for the woman and the pregnancy cannot continue in the fallopian tube. Therefore, the correct answer is Ectopic Pregnancy.
4.
Which of these options is NOT a sign that you may be pregnant?
Correct Answer
C. Cold symptoms (i.e runny nose, cough)
Explanation
Cold symptoms such as a runny nose and cough are not typically signs of pregnancy. Missed period, nausea or dizziness, and tiredness are commonly associated with pregnancy. However, cold symptoms are more likely to be caused by a viral infection or allergies rather than pregnancy.
5.
The first trimester sees alot of growing for your baby. At what point during the first trimester is the baby considered a "fetus"?
Correct Answer
B. At the end of the second month.
6.
The baby recieves nutrients from it's mother through what?
Correct Answer
C. Umbilical Cord
Explanation
The baby receives nutrients from its mother through the umbilical cord. The umbilical cord connects the baby to the placenta, which is attached to the mother's uterus. The placenta acts as a bridge between the mother and the baby, allowing nutrients and oxygen to pass from the mother's bloodstream to the baby's bloodstream through the umbilical cord. This cord also carries waste products from the baby back to the mother for elimination.
7.
When is the first month a woman is able to feel her baby move around? Here's a hint: It's in the second trimester!
Correct Answer
A. Fifth Month
Explanation
During the first trimester, the baby is still too small and the movements are not strong enough for the mother to feel them. It is usually in the second trimester when the baby grows and becomes more active, allowing the mother to feel the movements. The fifth month falls within the second trimester, making it the correct answer.
8.
During which month can a fetus open it's eyes?
Correct Answer
D. Sixth Month
Explanation
During the sixth month of pregnancy, a fetus can open its eyes. This is because by this stage of development, the fetus's eyelids have fully formed and are no longer fused shut. The opening of the eyes allows the fetus to begin practicing the blinking reflex and also helps in the development of the visual system.
9.
During the ninth month, what forms on the fetus which allows it to regulate its body temperature and be born safely? If the baby was born before this is formed, it would have to spend time in an incubator.
Correct Answer
B. Fat Cells
Explanation
During the ninth month of pregnancy, fat cells form on the fetus which allows it to regulate its body temperature and be born safely. These fat cells act as insulation and help to keep the baby warm after birth. If the baby is born before these fat cells are fully developed, it would have difficulty in regulating its body temperature and would need to spend time in an incubator to maintain a stable temperature.
10.
At how many weeks has the baby's head dropped into the mother's pelvis in order to be born?
Correct Answer
C. 38