The placenta contains a membrane that acts as a filter. It allows for which of the following to pass from mother to fetus?
A) Nutrients only
B) Oxygen only
C) Germs only
D) Nutrients, oxygen, and germs

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The placenta acts as a semi-permeable barrier between the mother and fetus, allowing the passage of nutrients and oxygen necessary for fetal development, as well as some germs, which can sometimes lead to infections.

The Placenta Contains a Membrane That Acts as a Filter