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Three-Month Fetus

3 months

From The Biology of Prenatal Development.Buy Now

Note:

This three-month fetus is very active.

Label Key:

1. forehead
2. left elbow
3. abdomen
4. knee
5. left foot
6. left hand touching side of head
7. back
8. hip
All ages referenced to fertilization, not last menstrual period. One month = 4 weeks.
The Hands
The Hands
Touching Thumbs
Touching Thumbs
Three-Month Fetus
Three-Month Fetus
Fingertips of Right Hand
Fingertips of Right Hand
Roof of the Mouth
Roof of the Mouth
Meconium Release
Meconium Release
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