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Amniotic Fluid.
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Protection: Amniotic fluid acts as a shock absorber hence protecting the fetus from any external trauma or sudden movement during pregnancy
2. Regulation of temperature : The Amniotic fluid is warm and of constant temperature hence it prevents fluctuation of temperature in the womb and keeps the fetus warm .
3. Provides lubrication: When body parts like the toes and fingers fuse together friction may
occur leading to some damage hence the amniotic fluid provide lubrication preventing fusing.
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