Which of the following infectious agents that can be transmitted from mother to a growing fetus can result in physically and mentally impaired development?
A) Bordetella pertussis
B) Toxoplasma gondii
C) Coxsackievirus A
D) Clostridium botulinum

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Toxoplasma gondii is a parasite that can infect both pregnant women and their fetuses, potentially leading to physical and mental impairment in the developing fetus. Bordetella pertussis, Coxsackievirus A, and Clostridium botulinum do not typically cause these types of developmental issues in fetuses.

Which of the Following Infectious Agents That Can Be Transmitted