The mammary glands of the female undergo differentiation during pregnancy and starts producing milk towards the end of pregnancy by the process called
The mammary glands of the female undergo differentiation during pregnancy and starts producing milk towards the end of pregnancy by the process called
The correct option is (B) Lactation
Parturition
Parturition is the expulsion of the fully developed foetus from the uterus after the completion of the gestation period.
Gestation
The gestation period or pregnancy refers to the time from conception to birth. It is about 9 months +/- 7 days or 265 days.
Lactation
The process of milk production and secretion by females after giving birth is called lactation. During the gestation period, themammary glands of the female undergo differentiation so that they can produce milk at the end of pregnancy.
Colostrum
The first secretions from the mammary glands during the initial stages of lactation are called colostrum. It contains antibodies that provide passive immunity to the baby.
Final answer (B) Lactation
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The correct option is (B) Lactation
Parturition
Parturition is the expulsion of the fully developed foetus from the uterus after the completion of the gestation period.
Gestation
The gestation period or pregnancy refers to the time from conception to birth. It is about 9 months +/- 7 days or 265 days.
Lactation
The process of milk production and secretion by females after giving birth is called lactation. During the gestation period, themammary glands of the female undergo differentiation so that they can produce milk at the end of pregnancy.
Colostrum
The first secretions from the mammary glands during the initial stages of lactation are called colostrum. It contains antibodies that provide passive immunity to the baby.
Final answer (B) Lactation
