Class 12 NEET Biology Human Reproduction Questions Part 1

(b) : Amnion is a type of extraembryonic membrane formed by the amniogenic cells inside and splanchnopleuric extraembryonic mesoderm outside. Amnion surrounds the embryo creating the amniotic cavity that is filled with amniotic fluid. The amniotic fluid serves as a shock absorber for the foetus, regulates foetal body temperature and prevents desiccation.