Exposure to a teratogen during pregnancy can result in ____.
A) decreased risk of miscarriage
B) newborns of higher birth weight
C) reduced vitamin C levels for the mother-to-be and for her fetus
D) fetal facial and cranial deformities
E) increased risk of rubella

Question

Exposure to a teratogen during pregnancy can result in ____.
A) ​decreased risk of miscarriage
B) ​newborns of higher birth weight
C) ​reduced vitamin C levels for the mother-to-be and for her fetus
D) ​fetal facial and cranial deformities
E) ​increased risk of rubella

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Exposure to a teratogen during pregnancy can result in fetal facial and cranial deformities. Teratogens are substances, such as drugs, toxins, or infections, that can cause physical or functional abnormalities in a developing fetus. Examples of teratogens include alcohol, certain medications, and viruses such as rubella.

Exposure to a Teratogen During Pregnancy Can Result in ____