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The 9-Week Fetus in Motion

#153, Slide 192 of 312

9 weeks

From The Biology of Prenatal Development.Buy Now

Note:

The fetus is very active at times. Movement is essential for developing and maintaining healthy muscles and bones.

Label Key:

1. foot
2. lower leg
3. left thigh
4. placenta
5. left knee
6. head
7. left upper arm
8. abdomen
9. back
All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period.
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