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The Left Shoulder and Arm

#139, Slide 183 of 312

8 weeks, 2 days

From The Biology of Prenatal Development.Buy Now

Note:

Structures in the shoulder and arm closely mimic those seen in adults. As you can see, sometimes the umbilical cord touches the face.

Label Key:

1. upper jaw
2. mouth
3. left upper arm
4. neck
5. chin
6. left forearm
7. left nipple
8. chest
9. umbilical cord
All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period.
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