The placenta performs all of the following functions EXCEPT for ____.
A)mixing maternal and fetal blood for immunity
B)oxygen delivery to fetus
C)waste removal from fetus
D)progesterone production
E)nutrient delivery to fetus

Question

The placenta performs all of the following functions EXCEPT for ____. ​
A)mixing maternal and fetal blood for immunity
B)oxygen delivery to fetus
C)waste removal from fetus
D)progesterone production
E)nutrient delivery to fetus

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The placenta does not mix maternal and fetal blood for immunity. Instead, it allows for the exchange of nutrients, gases, and wastes between the mother and fetus. It also produces progesterone to support the pregnancy and helps to protect the fetus from harmful substances.

The Placenta Performs All of the Following Functions EXCEPT for ____