The Temporary Organ That Functions in the Exchange of Gases,nutrients,and

question 61

Multiple Choice

The temporary organ that functions in the exchange of gases,nutrients,and waste between maternal and fetal blood is the

• A) umbilical cord
• B) amnion
• C) placenta
• D) yolk sac

Identify strategies for obtaining competitive advantage through effective human resource management.

Grasp the concept of learning and development in organizational settings, as proposed by management theorists.

Understand the critical factors that contribute to the successful implementation of change initiatives.

Understand the components of human capital and its significance in strategic planning.

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Definitions:

Internal Metabolism

The complex set of chemical transformations within the cells of living organisms that are crucial for life, including energy production and the synthesis of necessary compounds.

Acclimatization

Adjustment to seasonal changes.

Torpor

An energy-conserving state of low metabolic rate and inactivity. See estivation and hibernation.

Metabolic Rate

Energy use by an organism per unit time. See basal metabolic rate (BMR).