Which of the following is a function of the placenta?
Correct answer: C. Providing nutrients to the fetus
- A. Mixing the blood of the mother and the fetus
- B. Protecting the fetus from any drugs or alcohol in the mother's body
- C. Providing nutrients to the fetus
- D. Cushioning and protecting the fetus
Explanation
One of the primary functions of the placenta is to provide essential nutrients, such as oxygen, glucose, amino acids, and fatty acids, to the developing fetus. These nutrients are transferred from the maternal blood supply to the fetal blood supply through the placental barrier.
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