Which of the following is affected by exposure to diethylstilbestrol (DES)?
A) the regulation of blood calcium levels
B) water resorption in the kidneys
C) sleep and wake cycles
D) reproduction and development

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Diethylstilbestrol (DES) is a synthetic estrogen that was once prescribed to pregnant women to prevent miscarriages and premature births. It has been found to cause a range of reproductive system abnormalities and an increased risk of certain cancers in the children exposed to DES in utero, affecting reproduction and development.

Which of the Following Is Affected by Exposure to Diethylstilbestrol