2.6 - Pregnancy and Embryonic Development
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Practice Questions
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What is the role of the placenta?
💡 Hint: Think about the functions of the circulatory system.
What hormone is vital for maintaining the uterine lining early in pregnancy?
💡 Hint: It’s the first hormone detected in pregnancy tests.
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What is the primary purpose of the placenta?
💡 Hint: Consider what keeps the fetus growing.
True or False: The hormone hCG is produced by the embryo.
💡 Hint: Think about where this hormone is secreted from.
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Analyze the differences between the roles of hormones produced during the first trimester versus those produced in later stages of pregnancy.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens in early vs. late pregnancy.
Evaluate the impact of poor placental development on fetal health.
💡 Hint: Think about what the placenta provides for the fetus.
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