Biology Module 3 - 3.sexual reproduction in humans 3.11 discuss the functions of the amnion

3.11 discuss the functions of the amnion
   

• amnion secretes and contains amniotic fluid and acts as a shock absorber and supports foetus

• fluid isolates foetus from gravity

• fluid helps to keep temperature stable

• foetus swallow fluid to develop muscles required for swallowing

• receptacle for urea to an extent