What Is a Primary Role of the Placenta

question 69

Multiple Choice

What is a primary role of the placenta? 

• A) to block the birth canal 
• B) to aid in respiratory and excretory functions of the fetus 
• C) to stop the secretion of hormones that would be damaging to the fetus 
• D) to facilitate childbirth

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