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The pouch in which a Kangaroo mother keeps her young baby is called

  • A. External placenta
  • B. Uterus
  • C. Marsupium
  • D. Cloaca

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The pouch in which a Kangaroo mother keeps her young baby is called the Marsupium. This special pouch provides a safe and nurturing environment for the baby kangaroo, known as a joey, as it continues to grow and develop after birth.

Understanding the Options

  • External placenta: This term refers to a type of placental structure, not related to kangaroos.
  • Uterus: This is the organ where a baby develops during pregnancy, but it is not the pouch.
  • Marsupium: The correct answer, a pouch unique to marsupials like kangaroos.
  • Cloaca: This is an opening for excretion and reproduction, not a pouch for young.

In summary, the marsupium is essential for the survival of young kangaroos, allowing them to stay close to their mother while they grow.