Chemical, physical, or biological agents that can induce birth defects are called
A) mutagens.
B) carcinogens.
C) free radicals.
D) teratogens.

Name: Chemical, physical, or biological agents that can induce birth defects are called A) mutagens. B) carcinogens. C) free radicals. D) teratogens.
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Teratogens are agents that can cause congenital abnormalities or increase the incidence of an anomaly in a population, leading to birth defects.

Chemical, Physical, or Biological Agents That Can Induce Birth Defects