Question

The placenta, a temporary organ that is shed after the infant is born, is the site of exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste between the mother and fetus. the placenta, a temporary organ that is shed after the infant is born, is the site of exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste between the mother and fetus.

a. True
b. False

Answer 1

TRUE. the placenta develops in the mother's uterus during pregnancy. The structure provides oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby and removes waste products from the babys blood