Which of the following statements best describes the function of the placenta?
A. The placenta connects the mother's and the baby's blood supplies.
B. The placenta is a two-way exchange of nutrients and waste materials between the mother and the fetus.
C. The placenta is a barrier that protects the developing baby from all harmful substances.
D. The placenta's only function is to carry nutrients and oxygen to the developing baby.
B. The placenta is a two-way exchange of nutrients and waste materials between the mother and the fetus.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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