👉 Pedogenesis, also known as fetal development, is a process in which the developing embryo or fetus develops into its adult form. It involves several stages including:
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Embryonic stage
: This stage occurs during the first 8-12 weeks of pregnancy and marks the beginning of the embryonic period when cells from the mother's uterine lining begin to differentiate into a variety of cellular components necessary for the development of the embryo.
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Placental stage
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