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What is placenta?
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Solution 1
The placenta is an organ attached to the lining of the womb during pregnancy. The placenta is composed of both maternal tissue and tissue derived from the embryo. It contains blood spaces on the mother’s side and villi on the embryo’s side
Solution 2
The placenta is a temporary endocrine source that connects the foetus to the expectant mother's uterine wall, allowing for physiological exchange.
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