Chapter 43, Problem 8RQ

Summary Introduction

To explain:

The way, in which, the structure of the placenta prevents the mixing of fetal and maternal blood while allowing for the exchange of substances between the mother and fetus.

Introduction:

The placenta is an organ that supplies blood and nutrients to the various layers of the fertilized egg inside the uterus lining. It contains umbilical cord which provides food, nutrition, and gases to the various regions inside the embryo.