The placenta Flashcards
1
Q
What substances travel from the fetus to the mother?
A
Carbon dioxide
Urea
2
Q
What substances travel from the mother to the fetus?
A
Oxygen
Nutrients like amino acids, glucose, mineral ions
3
Q
What adaptations does the placenta have?
A
A large surface area
A thin wall for efficient diffusion
Stops most bacteria and pathogens
4
Q
What does amniotic fluid do?
A
Protects the embryo during development by cushioning from bumps when the mother moves around
