Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Sample Qs- Development of zygote

Diagram shows the development of an ovum after fertilization in the female reproductive system. Describe the development in detail. [ 8 marks ]

Suggested Answer:

P1: A fertilized ovum is known as a zygote

P2: Zygote divides repeatedly by mitosis

P3: A solid ball of cells / morula is formed.

P4: Morula develops into blastula / blastocyst

P5: It is a hollow ball of cells.

P6: Blastocyst forms inner mass cells and trophoblast.

P7 : Blastocyst implants at the endometrium / uterus

P8 : Inner mass cells / zygote develops into embryo

P9 : Trophoblast will form villi of plasenta

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