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A yolk is to a bird as a what is to a mammal?

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∙ 8y ago
Updated: 8/13/2025

A yolk is to a bird as a placenta is to a mammal. The yolk provides nourishment to the developing embryo in bird eggs, while the placenta facilitates nutrient and gas exchange between the mother and the developing fetus in mammals. Both serve vital roles in supporting development before birth.

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