Question

The period of complete development of the foetus till birth is termed ___.

Answer 1

Development of foetus

1. The process of development of the embryo into a fully mature baby from the 9th week of pregnancy is called the development of foetus.
2. Two months developed embryo is called foetus.
3. The period of development of foetus inside the uterus of the mother is called gestation.
4. Gestation period is normally 280 days.
5. Normally, it ranges from 37 to 42 weeks.

Final answer: The period of complete development of the foetus till birth is termed gestation.