For the Embryo, the Amnion

question 54

Multiple Choice

For the embryo, the amnion:

• A)contains fluid and is a cushion
• B)provides oxygen and nutrients
• C)forms the first blood cells
• D)forms part of the placenta

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Definitions:

Huntingtin

A protein associated with Huntington's disease, caused by genetic mutations leading to neurodegeneration.

Phenylalanine

An essential amino acid required for growth and protein synthesis, obtained through diet.

Phenylketonuria

A genetic disorder characterized by the body's inability to break down the amino acid phenylalanine, leading to its accumulation.

Metabolism

The sum of the chemical reactions that occur in a cell.