Amniotic Fluid - The fluid surrounding the embryo/foetus that protects the unborn baby, Blastocyst - Thin walled hollow structure consisting of a of cells making up an outer cell mass and cluster and an inner cell mass, Cell Differentiation - When cells take on specialised roles, Implantation - When a cluster of cells that will become an embryo attaches itself to the endometrium, Organogenesis - The formation of organs, Placenta - An organ that allows the transfer of nutrients, gases and wastes between mother and foetus, Teratogens - Anything in the environment of the embryo that can cause defects in development, Fertilisation - Refers to a sperm penetrating an ovum to create a single cell, Zygote - The cell that results from the joining of an ovum and sperm, Germinal Stage - The pre-natal stage of development from fertilisation to implantation, Embryonic Stage - The stage of pregnancy from week 3 to week 8, Foetal Stage - The stage of pregnancy from week 9 to week 38, Risk Factors - Factors that negatively impact development, Protective Factors - Factors that positively impact development, Alcohol - Consumption of this during pregnancy can result in foetal alcohol spectrum disorder, heart defects and problems with nervous system development, Smoke - Consumption of this during pregnancy can result in low birth weight, respiratory issues and birth defects, Iodine - This mineral promotes optimal brain and nervous system development, decreases the risk of stunted growth and intellectual disability, Folate - This vitamin is required for DNA synthesis and the formation of red blood cells, Iron - This mineral assists with the carrying of oxygen in the body,

Chapter 9 - Find the Match

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