Discoplacental

/ˌdɪskəʊpləˈsentəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by a discoplacenta; having a disk-shaped placenta.

Etymology

From discoplacenta + -al (relating to). The suffix -al creates an adjective describing the property or relation.

Kelly Says

Scientists classify mammals partly by placenta shape, and discoplacental mammals (including humans!) have a particular evolutionary advantage in how nutrients flow to the developing baby.

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