Question
The diagram represents a developing human foetus in the womb. Study the same and then answer the questions that follow:
(i) Name the parts '1' to '5' indicated by guidelines.
(ii) What term is given to the period of development of the foetus in the womb?
(iii) Mention two functions of the part labelled as '2' other than its endocrine function.

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Answer

(i) 1. Umbilical Cord
2. Placenta
3. Amniotic fluid
4. Cervix/Mouth of Uterus
5. Uterine wall
(ii) Gestation Period
(iii) The part labelled as 2 provides nutrition and exchange of respiratory gases by diffusion.

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