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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which developmental process directly follows fertilization in embryonic development?
Options
A Neurulation
B Cleavage
Correct Answer
C Gastrulation
D Implantation
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Cleavage is the series of rapid mitotic divisions of the zygote that begins immediately after fertilization and produces a multicellular structure called the morula.

Hint

It's the first step after the sperm and egg unite.

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