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Chapter 43, Problem 7MC
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Placenta is a lining which provides nutrition to the developing fetus inside the uterus of the mother. The food and nutrients are absorbed through the umbilical cord. Placenta layer is formed by the mixing of the chorion layer and the endometrium of the uterus.
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