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The placenta and afterbirth are closely connected as the term "afterbirth" specifically refers to the placenta and other membranes that are expelled from the uterus following childbirth. The placenta serves as the organ that facilitates nutrient and gas exchange between the mother and fetus during pregnancy. After delivery, the afterbirth is expelled, marking the end of the pregnancy process and ensuring that the uterus returns to its non-pregnant state. Thus, the afterbirth is essentially the physical remains of the placenta and its associated structures.

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