Multiple choice Placenta, beside being an organic connection between mother and foetus, is also a/an ductless gland digestive gland excretory gland pumping organ of blood Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The placenta acts as a temporary endocrine gland, secreting hormones such as human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG), progesterone, and estrogen, which are essential for maintaining pregnancy.