At what time point is a developing human embryo referred to as a fetus?
A) 8 weeks after conception
B) 4 weeks after fertilization
C) 6 weeks after fertilization
D) 2 weeks after conception

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At 8 weeks after conception, the developing embryo is referred to as a fetus. This is because at this point, the major organs have formed and the fetus begins to look more like a human. Prior to this point, the developing organism is referred to as an embryo.

At What Time Point Is a Developing Human Embryo Referred