Which domestic animal commonly has an epitheliochorial type of placenta?
Correct answer: D. Mare
- A. Doe
- B. Bitch
- C. Queen
- D. Mare
Explanation
The mare has an epitheliochorial placenta, in which the maternal uterine epithelium remains in contact with the chorionic epithelium. Dogs and cats have endotheliochorial placentas, while the goat has a synepitheliochorial placenta.
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