placental structure
Placental structure refers to the unique organ that forms in the womb of female mammals during pregnancy, specifically in placental mammals, which includes humans. It functions as a connection between the mother and the developing fetus, allowing for the exchange of nutrients, oxygen, and waste products to sustain the growing embryo or fetus.
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