amnios

noun

Meaning

A thin, tough, transparent membrane that forms the innermost sac enclosing a developing embryo in reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Examples

The amnios provides a protective environment for the developing fetus.
In many species, the amnios ruptures just before birth.

Synonyms: amnion, amniotic sac, fetal membrane, caul

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amnios

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæm.ni.ɒs/

Definition

A thin, tough, transparent membrane that forms the innermost sac enclosing a developing embryo in reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Examples

The amnios provides a protective environment for the developing fetus.
In many species, the amnios ruptures just before birth.
Researchers studied the structural integrity of the amnios during early gestation.

Synonyms of amnios

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