7 Facts About Human Evolution

Early Human Embryos Are Similar To Those of Other Animals

The embryo of all animals is essentially alike during the early stages of formation. Until the 8th week after conception, the unborn child is still called embryo. After the 8th week, the embryo becomes a fetus.

In other words, the embryo of a human is no different than that of a dog, chicken or fish, during the first few weeks of pregnancy.

This is because all animals evolved from the same ancestor, millions of years ago. Meaning, all the animals including humans carry the same ancient genes. So, many of the living organisms on Earth are related to each other and share the same development phase.

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