Embryonic and Fetal Structures Quiz
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What is the function of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) after fertilization?

  • To inhibit the development of trophoblast cells
  • To trigger atrophy of the corpus luteum
  • To maintain the corpus luteum in the ovary (correct)
  • To stimulate the formation of decidua basalis

    • What happens to the decidua after the birth of the child?

  • It is discarded (correct)
  • It fuses with the uterine lining
  • It becomes highly resistant to hemorrhage and infection
  • It becomes thicker and more vascular

    • Which part of the endometrium lies directly under the embryo?

  • Decidua basalis (correct)
  • Decidua capsularis
  • Chorionic villi
  • Decidua vera

    • What do chorionic villi resemble at the 11th or 12th day after implantation?

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    What is responsible for the production of hormones in the placenta?

    <p>Outer layer syncytiotrophoblast/syncytial layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

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