nounfemininepl: placentas or placentae
placenta
1. The organ in mammals that develops in the uterus during pregnancy and facilitates nutrient exchange between mother and fetus
The placenta provides oxygen and nutrients to the developing baby.
A placenta fornece oxigênio e nutrientes ao bebê em desenvolvimento.
2. The tissue in plants that bears the ovules or seeds
The placenta of the flower contains multiple ovules.
A placenta da flor contém múltiplos óvulos.
In Brazilian culture, the placenta has traditional significance in some communities. Some families practice rituals with the placenta, such as burying it in the yard or planting a tree over it as a spiritual practice connecting the child to the earth. This practice reflects indigenous and African cultural influences in Brazil.
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