Question

In the female human reproductive system, eggs are created in an ovary, and implanted in the uterus. For the embryo to grow, it must receive nutrients and oxygen. This problem is solved through an organ called the A. Amniotic sac B. Placenta C. Uterus D. Umbilical cord

Answer 1

The correct answer is D. Umbilical cord

Step-by-step explanation:

The umbilical cord connects the fetus to the placenta and through it exchanges nutritional substances as well as oxygen-rich blood. The umbilical cord is maintained throughout gestation until the moment of birth, when it is cut and leaves a permanent scar, the navel. The umbilical cord is responsible for breathing and feeding the fetus until the moment it is born, so any failure or blockage in the circulation of oxygen and nutrients through the cord can lead to injury or even death of the embryo. It also serves to remove waste and carbon dioxide (CO2).