Chapter 3

Read chapter 3.
Be sure you can answer all check and challenge questions. (you do not need to write answers)
Answer the following chapter review questions…
RI: 4,5,7,8,9,10,11
UC: 1,2,5,6

Embryology Questions

Define the following: fertilization, gestation time, implantation, zygote, embryo, fetus, polar body, oocyte

 

Briefly describe the function of the following: acrosome, ovary, uterine tube, uterus, cervix, vagina, placenta, amniotic fluid

 

Read ‘A Closer Look’ on page 1068 and know the flowchart on page 1069.

 

What are ‘Hox’ genes? Why are they important to study? What evolutionary significance do they have?

 

Look at table 29.2 in your book (pg. 1097). Know the weeks associated with each of the items I pointed out in class.