Question

Which of the following is not the function of a placenta?

• A. Supply of nutrients to the fetus
• B. Removal of excretory products from the fetus
• C. Supply of carbon dioxide to the fetus
• D. Supply of oxygen to the fetus

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Supply of carbon dioxide to the fetus

Placenta connects the maternal system to the fetal system. It provides nutrients for the fetus. It also removes the excretory products that would be harmful to it. It also provides a gaseous exchange by providing oxygen and removing carbon dioxide.