Harmful agents, such as drugs, alcohol, toxic fumes, biohazards, lead, pollution, and radiation, that can cross the placenta and harm the fetus are called ______.

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Teratogens are substances or factors that can cause congenital abnormalities or increase the incidence of an abnormality in the development of an embryo or fetus. This includes drugs, alcohol, certain chemicals, and radiation, among others.

Harmful Agents, Such as Drugs, Alcohol, Toxic Fumes, Biohazards, Lead