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A mammal, such as humans, whose young complete their embryonic development in the uterus, joined to the mother by a placenta.
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A temporary organ, the placenta anchors the developing embryo and fetus to the uterus and provides a bridge for the exchange of nutrients, oxygen, protective antibodies, and waste products that pass from the baby to the maternal circulation. The placenta produces protein and steroid hormones to sustain the pregnancy.
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Also called the
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| placenta |
The spongy structure that develops in the uterus during pregnancy, through which the fetus derives nourishment.
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