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What is the function of the placenta during pregnancy?
What is the function of the placenta during pregnancy?
- To regulate the mother's hormones
- To provide oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby (correct)
- To prevent the mother's immune system from attacking the fetus
- To protect the fetus from external harm
Which part of the placenta is used as an immunological barrier?
Which part of the placenta is used as an immunological barrier?
- Fetal contribution (correct)
- Chorion yolk sac placenta
- Maternal contribution
- Chorioallantoic placenta placenta
How many types of placenta are usually found in mammals?
How many types of placenta are usually found in mammals?
- Four
- One
- Three
- Two (correct)
