Amniotic fluid: Protects developing embryo, surrounds embryo in uterus space
-> Fluid (protection of developing embryo)
-> Cannot be compressed,
-> Absorbs pressure when squeezed
= Prevents damage to embryo by absorbing forces on uterus wall
= Supports foetus as it cannot support own weight during development (bones = not calcified)
e.g. Trying to kick swiftly in water, but pressure (force) of kick is absorbed, slowing leg down
the fluid supports the foetus as it cannot support its own weight as the bones are not calcified (hard).
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