Which One of the Following Is Not a Function of the Amniotic

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is not a function of the amniotic fluid?

• A) Allowing the fetus to move freely
• B) Maintaining intrauterine temperature
• C) Developing fetal swallowing
• D) Protecting the fetus from injury

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Definitions:

Injury Pain

Discomfort or an unpleasant feeling often caused by intense or damaging stimuli associated with physical harm or damage to the body.

Olfactory Receptors

are specialized neural receptors in the nose involved in the detection of odor molecules.

Odorants

Chemicals that are capable of eliciting an olfactory response, meaning they have properties that allow them to be smelled.

Detecting Scent

The ability of organisms to identify and respond to chemical signals in the environment through the sense of smell.