Human Reproduction — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question
Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYHuman Reproduction2 Marks
Question
What is the role of foetus in inducing parturition?
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Answer
The signal for parturition originate from the fully developed foetus and the placenta. This causes mild uterine contraction called foetal ejection reflex which stimulate the mother's body to release the birth hormone oxytocin , which leads vigorous contraction and parturition. Thus the foetus initiate parturition.
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