A teratogen is any agent that can cause
A) organogenesis.
B) birth defects.
C) fetal movement.
D) maternal back pain.

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A teratogen is any agent that can cause birth defects in a developing fetus. It can be a drug, environmental factor, or infection that can interrupt normal fetal development, resulting in structural or functional abnormalities. Maternal exposure to teratogens during pregnancy can also increase the risk of miscarriage and stillbirth.

A Teratogen Is Any Agent That Can Cause