What do we call the thick, "greasy" substance that covers the fetus around five to six months after conception?
A) placenta
B) vernix
C) amnion
D) endoderm

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The thick, "greasy" substance that covers the fetus around five to six months after conception is called vernix. Placenta refers to the organ that develops during pregnancy to provide oxygen and nutrients to the fetus. Amnion refers to the innermost membrane that encloses the embryo/fetus and contains the amniotic fluid. Endoderm refers to the innermost germ layer of cells in a developing embryo/fetus that gives rise to internal organs.

What Do We Call the Thick, "Greasy" Substance That Covers