Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

28. Human Development

Introduction to Human Development

Anatomy & Physiology

28. Human Development

Introduction to Human Development

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Multiple Choice

During which process does the amnion envelop the embryo?

Neurulation

Embryonic folding

Fertilization

Gastrulation

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Understand the role of the amnion: The amnion is a thin, protective membrane that forms during early embryonic development and eventually surrounds the embryo, creating the amniotic sac filled with amniotic fluid.

Review the process of embryonic folding: Embryonic folding is a critical stage in development where the flat embryonic disc transforms into a three-dimensional structure. This folding helps position the amnion around the embryo.

Compare embryonic folding with other processes: Neurulation involves the formation of the neural tube, gastrulation is the process where the three germ layers form, and fertilization is the union of sperm and egg. None of these directly involve the amnion enveloping the embryo.

Identify the correct process: During embryonic folding, the amnion expands and begins to envelop the embryo, ensuring protection and creating the environment necessary for further development.

Conclude that embryonic folding is the process during which the amnion envelops the embryo, as it is directly responsible for the structural changes that position the amnion around the developing embryo.