Question

Growing foetus derive nutrition from mother's blood through

• A. Uterus
• B. Fallopian tube
• C. Placenta
• D. Cervix

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Placenta

The correct option is C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The stage of the embryo in which all the body parts can be identified is called a foetus.
2. Placenta refers to the temporary vascular organ found in mammals, which attaches the foetus to the uterus of the mother during pregnancy.
3. The placenta facilitates the exchange of nutrients and oxygen to the foetus.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. The uterus, or womb, is the part of the female reproductive system in which a baby grows.
2. It is above the vagina, between the bladder and rectum.

Option B:

1. The fallopian tube is a part of the female reproductive system in mammals.
2. The main function of the fallopian tube is to collect the mature ovum from the ovaries and provide passage to the fertilized ovum to reach the uterus for implantation.

Option D:

It is the lower, narrow end of the uterus that forms a canal between the uterus and vagina.

Final answer: Growing foetus derives nutrition from the mother's blood through the placenta.