Which of the Following Is Most Likely to Pass Through

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most likely to pass through the placental wall?

• A)Carbon dioxide
• B)Most bacteria
• C)Red blood cells
• D)Hormones

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Definitions:

Calories

A unit of energy used to quantify the amount of energy provided by foods and beverages.

Placenta

An organ that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, providing oxygen and nutrients to and removing waste from the fetus via the umbilical cord.

Third Stage

In various contexts, refers to a specific phase in a multi-stage process; its exact meaning can depend on the process being described.

Acrosome

A vesicle at the tip of a sperm cell that helps the sperm penetrate the egg.