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no the lungs and the pumonary circuit do not operate in the fetus until birth
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The lungs do not function in a fetal pig what takes over their function?
When the lungs do not function the backup respiratory system takes over the function of the lungs. This is true in a fetal pig.
Does the diaphragm function in a fetus?
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.
Function of lungs in a fetal animal?
The function of the lungs in a fetal animal is to supply oxygen. This is considered to be one of the most hard working organs in the body.
Are lungs of a fetal pig functioning?
Fetal lungs are not functioning; no organism can start to breathe while immersed in amniotic fluid. Lungs only begin to function at birth.
How does the ductus arteriosus affect the path of blood through the fetal heart?
It is an alternate way for the blood to flow during fetus development. The alternate blood flow before birth is necessary because the fetal lungs are not yet functioning.
Does the diaphram function in fetus pig?
To help pump oxygen to the pigs lungs.....:)
What is the fetal equivalent of lungs and liver?
Placenta
What is the texture of a fetal pig's lungs?
smoothe
What protects the lungs in a fetal pig?
rib cage
What is The airway from mouth to lungs in a fetal pig?
Trachea
Where does gas exchange occur in fetal pigs?
lungs
What is the function of the lung in the fetal pig?
It really has no function just as in any other fetus. Blood flow to the tissues there are at a normal rate just as to the feet and head. It isn't until the fetus is born that the lungs function as a gas exchange organ.
