Modified Masteringbiology With Pearson Etext -- Standalone Access Card -- For Human Biology Format: Access Card Package
Modified Masteringbiology With Pearson Etext -- Standalone Access Card -- For Human Biology Format: Access Card Package
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134326412
Author: Johnson, Michael D.
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Chapter 21, Problem 6AWK
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The earliest child born that can survive without completing the full gestation period. The organ system that is generally the limiting one.

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The gestation period in humans usually takes about 9 months where the baby develops fully before it is born. The babies that are born during the 35–36 weeks are considered under the category of late preterm births and the ones who are born at 37–39 weeks are considered under early term birth category.

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