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February 26, 2014 By Ms. Bruno

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AIM: Why are they embryonic stages of development so important, and what risk factors could negatively affecting the growing embryo?

Homework: STUDY

Next Exam: FRIDAY

New Vocabulary:

Embryo- The new organism in its early stages of development from weeks 0-8

Embryonic Development- During weeks 0-8, all of the essential organs are built. This is a very important stage and must be done correctly for the embryo to advance into a proper fetus.

Exposure- To come in contact with something

Mutation– A change

Rapid- Fast

Risk Factor- Something that increases the chance of something bad happening

EXAMPLE- Smoking, radiation, and drinking alcohol during pregnancy are all risk factors that might increase the chances of birth defects.

 

 

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About Ms. Bruno

Ms. Bruno has been an Assistant Principal at Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design since 2009. She oversees the departments of Science, Mathematics, Architecture and Design (Career and Technical Education (CTE)), Physical Education and Health. She can be reached at 718-388-1260 ext. 2080, or bruno@whsad.org.

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