In a human female, when does the fertilized egg get implanted in the uterus?

Correct answer: A. After about 7 days of fertilization

  • A. After about 7 days of fertilization
  • B. After about two months of fertilization
  • C. After about three weeks of fertilization
  • D. After about 30 days of fertilization

Explanation

Once the embryo reaches the blastocyst stage, approximately five to six days after fertilization, it hatches out of its zona pellucida and begins the process of implantation in the uterus.

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