Except endocrine function, what are the other functions of placenta.

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 The placenta facilitate the supply of oxygen and nutrients to the embryo and also removal of carbon dioxide and excretory/waste materials produced by the embryo. The placenta is connected to the embryo through an umbilical cord which helps in the transport of substances to and from the embryo.

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$A$ : Placenta is connected to the embryo through an umbilical cord which helps in the transport of substance to and from the embryo
$R$ : Placenta acts as an endocrine tissue