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प्रश्न
Describe the functions of placenta
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उत्तर
Placenta:
The placenta allows the diffusion of oxygen and nutrients such as glucose, vitamins and amino acids from mother to foetus.
Similarly, it also allows the diffusion of carbon dioxide, urea and waste products from foetus to mother.
Placenta also acts as an endocrine tissue. It secretes oestrogen and progesterone.
संबंधित प्रश्न
What is the significance of amniotic fluid?
Give appropriate terms for the following:
Rupture of follicle and release of ovum from the ovary.
Given below are the names of certain stages/substances related to reproduction and found in human body. Answer the questions related to them.
Gestation
• What is its meaning?
• How long does it normally last?
What is Placenta?
Mention three functions of the placenta.
The circulatory system of the fetus and that of the mother are never connected directly. What are the advantages?
Give Technical Term:
The part in the uterus which is concerned with the supply of nutrition from the mother to the fetus.
Give Technical Term:
The period of intrauterine development of the embryo.
Complete the following sentences with appropriate word:
The embryo inside the uterus is protected from jerks or mechanical shocks by ________
In human beings, the placenta is formed by ______.
