Question

Which of the following statements is true about the germinal stage of prenatal development?

Multiple Choice
a It is the stage where sensory organs develop.
b It is the last stage of prenatal development.
c It is marked by the division of the single-celled zygote.
d It lasts for about six weeks.

Answer 1

The germinal stage of prenatal development is marked by the division of the single-celled zygote.

Step-by-step explanation:

The germinal stage of prenatal development is marked by the division of the single-celled zygote. This stage lasts about two weeks and begins at conception when the egg and sperm cell unite to form a zygote. During this stage, the zygote undergoes rapid cell division, forming a solid ball of cells called a morula, and then a hollow ball of cells called a blastocyst.