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On my way: One cell becomes two

36 hours

From The Biology of Prenatal Development.Buy Now

Note:

I started with one cell, now I have two.

Note:

After the first cell division, subsequent cell divisions occur more frequently.

Label Key:

  • 1. outline of one cell
  • 2. membrane of second cell

All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period.
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On my way: One cell becomes two
On my way: One cell becomes two
( 36 hours)
The Human Morula
The Human Morula
( 3 days)
Blastocyst with Inner Cell Mass
Blastocyst with Inner Cell Mass
( 5 days)
Embryo at About 11 Days
Embryo at About 11 Days
( 11 days)
Germ Layers of the Embryo
Germ Layers of the Embryo
( 14 days)
Tube-Shaped Heart
Tube-Shaped Heart
( 3 weeks)
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