When the lungs do not function the backup respiratory system takes over the function of the lungs. This is true in a fetal pig.
Fetal lungs are not functioning; no organism can start to breathe while immersed in amniotic fluid. Lungs only begin to function at birth.
no the lungs and the pumonary circuit do not operate in the fetus until birth
The function of an adult animals lungs is to breathe!
In a fetal pig, when the lungs do not function, oxygen exchange occurs through the placenta. The placenta transfers oxygen from the mother's blood to the fetal blood, bypassing the need for lung function.
The function of a fetal pig's vertebral column is to reinforce the vertebrate animal. It also keeps the fragile spinal cord protected.
The thymus gland in the fetal pig is responsible for producing certain hormones. These hormones regulate growth of the animal.
Yes, the diaphragm does function in fetal pigs. It helps facilitate breathing by separating the thoracic and abdominal cavities, allowing the piglet to inflate its lungs as it transitions to breathing air after birth.
Placenta
smoothe
Yes it does, only no air is supplied because it is in amniotic fluid. The lungs and the diaphragm function during fetal development in order to prepare for breathing air after birth. During the time in the uterus, the gas exchange is done by the mother through the umbilical cord and her lungs.
He was curled into the fetal position. _or_ The fetal animal was in distress.