Its mysterious appearance looks like the germination of a seed, but its origin is human

Por Sebastián Jerez
4 May, 2026

The human body can be truly striking when seen from the inside, as in this image that at first glance looks like a network of roots or branches. Many might think it’s intestines, veins, organs, or arteries because of its unusual shape.

Three of Life

However, this structure plays a key role during pregnancy: it is a temporary organ that forms in the uterus and connects the fetus to the mother, allowing the transfer of oxygen and nutrients while removing waste, acting like the fetus’s lungs, kidneys, and digestive system during development.

BBC

The correct answer is: the inside of a human placenta.

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