Why is the placenta also described as an endocrine tissue?
AIt conducts nerve impulses
BIt produces gametes
CIt makes digestive juice
DIt secretes hormones
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. It secretes hormones
The placenta produces hormones including oestrogens and progestogens.
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