Physically the heart is pumping and the tissue is alive but emotionally and mentally, no.
No they are not.
No.
An alive fetus typically exhibits the following characteristics: a detectable heartbeat, which can usually be seen via ultrasound; movement, as early as around 7-8 weeks gestation; growth, indicated by increasing size and development of organs; the presence of amniotic fluid, which cushions and protects the fetus; and responses to stimuli, such as reacting to sound or light. These signs collectively indicate that the fetus is developing normally and is alive.
the heart i beating and is kicking
A fetus stays alive by obtaining nutrients and oxygen through the placenta, which connects it to the mother’s bloodstream. The placenta also facilitates the removal of waste products from the fetal blood. Amniotic fluid surrounds the fetus, providing cushioning and a stable environment for development. Hormones produced by the mother support the pregnancy and fetal growth.
Wouldn't know unless there was more detail. There are many circumstances that can cause a miscarriage or a birth ending in stillbirth prematurely.
Sometimes the baby turns and causes you not to be able to hear the heartbeat.
The possessive form of fetus is fetus' or fetus's
The size of the fetus, to detect multiple or ectopic pregnancy, to confirm the fetus is alive, to confirm the due date, reveal defects in fetus, to check the placenta, position of the fetus, growth of the fetus.
The fetus needs oxygen and nutrients from the mother's bloodstream to stay alive and grow. Oxygen is essential for cellular respiration, while nutrients provide the building blocks for growth and development.
At 28 weeks gestation a fetus is considered viable, meaning with medical intervention if born alive at this time it has a good chance of survival. Therefore if any child is born still at 28 weeks gestation, they deserve to be buried and mourned.
An ectopic pregnancy is when the egg does not finish traveling down the fallopian tubes before joining with the sperm and creating the fetus. It will get stuck in the tubes and the baby starts to grow there, instead of continuing down the rest of the fallopian tubes. These types of pregnancies have to be terminated, because its impossible to move the fetus and keep it undamaged (aka alive), and if the fetus continues to grow in the tubes, it will kill the Mother and the baby.