JIPMER 2010
- Exam
- JIPMER
- Year
- 2010
- Subject
- Zoology
- Chapter
- Human Reproduction
JIPMER 2010 · Zoology · Human Reproduction
The extra structure that provides nutrition to the embryo is
The extra structure that provides nutrition to the embryo is
Options
- Aumbilicus
- Bamnion
- Cchorion
- Dplacenta
Correct answer
D. placenta
Step-by-step solution
Placenta is a connection between foetus and mother formed from fusion of allantois, chorion and uterine endometrium.
Functions of placenta :
(i) Provides nourishment
(ii) Helps in respiration
(iii) Helps in excretion
Amnion and chorion are foetal membranes. Amnion helps in protection and chorion helps in nourishment.