-
Fertilisation is the fusion of a male and a female gamete.
-
Implantation is when the ovule implanted in the uterus.
-
During the second week, the embryo is surrounded by the amniotic sack. The embryo produces an organ called the placenta.
-
During this period the embryo is called a foetus
-
At the end of the seventh month , the foetus organs are already sufficiently developed for it to survive outside the mother. When he has ninth months it´s ready to be born
-
Just before the baby is born, the bag of amniotic fluid arount it bursts. This is called the breaking of the waters. Contractions of the uterus force the baby out. This is called labour. After the baby is born the umbilical cord is clamped and then cut
-
About fifteen minutes after the birth the placenta is deliverd. This is the afterbirth
You are not authorized to access this page.
