Question

How does the umbilical cord help the embryo?

O It carries the sperm to the egg.
O It allows fertilization to take place.
O It connects the embryo to the placenta.
O It helps the zygote divide.

Answer 1

Answer: C It connects the embryo to the placenta.

Explanation: Through the blood vessels in the umbilical cord, the fetus receives all the necessary nutrition, oxygen, and life support from the mother through the placenta.

Answer 2

c. it connects the embryo to the placenta

Step-by-step explanation:

the fetus receives all the necessary nutrition, oxygen, and life support from the mother through the placenta