Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
What does the amniotic sac do?
A
Surrounds the foetus
2
Q
The amniotic sac is filled w/?
A
Filled w/ amniotic fluid
3
Q
What does the umbilical cord do?
A
Connects foetus to mother
Allows subsistence to pass to and and from the placenta
4
Q
What subs pass from mother to foetus
A
Glucose
Other nutrients
O2
5
Q
From what does the amniotic sac protect the baby
A
Fro, physical damage
From disease
6
Q
What subs go from the foetus to the mother
A
Urea
CO2
7
Q
Whag does the placenta do?
A
Placenta allows blood of the foetus to move close to the mithers blood but never mix
