Question

question 6 of 11
what is the term used to describe the period of time between conception and birth?
fertilization
lactation
gestation
labor

Explanation:

• Fertilization is the process of sperm and egg uniting, not the period between conception and birth.
• Lactation refers to milk production after birth.
• Gestation is defined as the period from conception to birth.
• Labor is the process of giving birth, not the entire period before birth.

Answer:

C. gestation