Neet Solved Paper 2013 Question 71
Question: Which one of the following is not the function of placenta? It
Options:
A) facilitates supply of oxygen and nutrients to embryo
B) secretes estrogen
C) facilitates removal of carbon dioxide and waste material from embryo
D) secretes oxytocin during parturition
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
- Pituitary secretes oxytocin during parturition. The functions of placenta are supply of oxygen and nutrients to embryo, secretes oestrogen, facilitates removal of carbon dioxide and waste materials from embryo.