MICROANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM AND MALE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEMS

PLACENTA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Name the substances transported through placenta from the mother to the foetus.
A
nutrients
B
antibodies
C
carbon dioxide
D
oxygen
E
urea
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -In the placenta, carbon dioxide and waste products are released into the mother’s circulatory system, and oxygen and nutrients from the mother’s blood are released into the fetus’ blood.

Detailed explanation-2: -Electrolytes, vitamins, and water. Sodium and chloride ions are mainly transferred across the placenta by passive diffusion, although active transport may have a role. Calcium ions, iron, and vitamins are transferred by active carrier-mediated transport.

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