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Placenta has endocrine function. Does it have other functions? Explain.

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Placenta facilitates the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the embryo. It also removes CO2 excretory wastes produced by embryo.
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  10. (a) Name the foetal membrane that provides a fluid medium to the devel...

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  12. Differentiate between the action of LH in males and females.

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  13. Mention the significance of fertilization.

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  14. What is fertilization membrane? How it is formed?

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  16. What is menstrual cycle? Which hormones regulate menstrual cycle?

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  19. What is colostrum? How the milk production hormonally regulated?

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  20. What is placenta? Give its functions?

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