Thursday, September 8, 2011

3.12) Amniotic fluid

3.12) Amniotic Fluid
Understand how the developing embryo is protected by amniotic fluid

Inside the uterus space surrounding the embryo is a fluid called amniotic fluid
The function of the amniotic fluid is to protect the developing embryo. The fluid is largely water. As a result, it cannot be compress. If any blows force is applied to the outside of uterus wall, it absorbs the pressure, preventing damage to unborn child. 


2 comments:

  1. just read through all your posts for this term. The detail is great and the diagrams support very effectively. Well done

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  2. the fluid supports the foetus as it cannot support its own weight as the bones are not calcified (hard).

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