conception vocabulary

embryo

the developing human organism from about 2 weeks after fertilization through the second month

fetus

the developing human organism from 9 weeks after conception to birth

ovum

A mature egg cell

amniotic fluid

fluid within the amniotic sac that surrounds and protects the fetus

Placenta

A structure that allows an embryo to be nourished with the mother's blood supply

Sperm

Male sex cell

umbilical cord

a tube containing the blood vessels connecting the fetus and placenta

Zygote

fertilized egg

premature

Too early; happening or arriving before the proper time

conception

the moment at which a female becomes pregnant

eggs

female sex cells

Ovaries

Glands that produce the egg cells and hormones

Fertilization

Process in sexual reproduction in which male and female reproductive cells join to form a new cell