An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants somewhere other than in the lining of the uterus (usually it implants in the oviduct). Which of the following best explains why such a pregnancy would not be successful?
A) The orientation of the baby would be sideways.
B) Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) cannot be produced in the oviduct.
C) The structure of the oviduct is unable to support the developing fetus.
D) The necessary hormones cannot reach the developing fetus in the oviduct.

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The structure of the oviduct is not designed to accommodate the growth and development of a fetus, lacking the space and the rich blood supply that the uterine lining provides.

An Ectopic Pregnancy Occurs When a Fertilized Egg Implants Somewhere