Question

brain activity can be detected as early as nine weeks after fertilization.

true

false

Explanation:

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Analyze the statement

Using the Fetal Brain Activity knowledge point

The statement claims that brain activity can be detected as early as nine weeks after fertilization.

Evaluate the timeline

During human prenatal development, the brain begins developing very early. By week 5 or 6, the neural tube has closed and basic structures are forming. Regular, detectable electrical brain activity (EEG) begins to be recorded around week 5 to 6 after fertilization. Therefore, by week 9 (which is early in the fetal stage), brain activity is indeed already present and detectable.

Determine the truth value

Since measurable electrical activity in the brain is established well before the ninth week, the statement is true.
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<mcq-correct>TRUE</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>FALSE</mcq-option>
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Answer:

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Analyze the statement

Using the Fetal Brain Activity knowledge point

The statement claims that brain activity can be detected as early as nine weeks after fertilization.

Evaluate the timeline

During human prenatal development, the brain begins developing very early. By week 5 or 6, the neural tube has closed and basic structures are forming. Regular, detectable electrical brain activity (EEG) begins to be recorded around week 5 to 6 after fertilization. Therefore, by week 9 (which is early in the fetal stage), brain activity is indeed already present and detectable.

Determine the truth value

Since measurable electrical activity in the brain is established well before the ninth week, the statement is true.
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<mcq-correct>TRUE</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>FALSE</mcq-option>
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