A teratogen is typically thought of as ________ that can cause damage to the ________.
A) a chemical; fetus only
B) any chemical or radiation; embryo or fetus only
C) a virus; fetus only
D) any chemical, virus, or radiation; zygote, embryo, or fetus

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A teratogen refers to any substance, organism or physical agent that can cause harm or abnormality to the developing embryo, fetus or baby. Therefore, option D, which includes any possible teratogenic agents and all stages of prenatal development, is the best answer. Options A, B, and C are too narrow in their definition of teratogens.

A Teratogen Is Typically Thought of as ________ That Can