Prenatal Development & Birth

 

• How do our DNA, chromosomes and genes affect development throughout our lifespan?
• Define: DNA, chromosomes

• What is the difference between genotype and phenotype? Between zygotes and gametes?
• Define: Zygote, gametes, Genotype, Phenotype

• What are some examples of dominant versus recessive genes that are linked to dominant/recessive traits? Between dominant versus recessive disorders?
• Define: Dominant genes, recessive genes, dominant traits, recessive traits, dominant disorders, recessive disorders

• What are the three periods of prenatal development and what major changes occur during those periods?
• Define: Germinal Period, Embryonic Period (Embryo), Fetal Period (Fetus)

• What are some examples of teratogens and how can they affect the developing fetus/embryo?
• Define: Teratogens, Behavioral Teratogens, Critical Period, Threshold Effect, Alcohol

• How can postpartum depression affect mothers, fathers, and children?
• Define: Postpartum depression

 

 

 

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