Question

During her first prenatal visit, latoya's doctor explains that the __________ prevent(s) the skin from chafing during the long months spent bathing in the amniotic fluid.

Answer 1

During her first prenatal visit, latoya's doctor explains that the ____VERNIX______ prevent(s) the skin from chafing during the long months spent bathing in the amniotic fluid.

Answer 2

Vernix

Step-by-step explanation:

Vernix is a coating around a newborn baby. It is a waxy, white cheese-like substance. This is made up of some dedicated cells. It is also called a protective covering around the baby. It is found on baby during development and after the birth of a few hours of a baby.

The composition that found in this fluid is :

• Amino acid
• Lipid fractions
• Vernix layer
• Stratum Lipids
• Skin surface lipids.