The Placenta, derived from the Latin word for cake, develops from embryonic tissue. It plays many roles during pregnancy.
Please select ALL of the roles of the placenta.
Question 27 options:
Nutrient and gas exchange between the mother and fetus.
Acts as a barrier to all harmful compounds including listeria, alcohol, and drugs.
Hormone and enzyme production.
Removal of waste products from the fetus.
Takes whatever nutrients it needs from the mother's body at the mother's expense.