Nadia is exposed to high levels of radiation during the 6th,7th,and 8th weeks of gestation.Which of the following organ structures in the fetus are most likely to show abnormalities?
A)Only the brain and spinal cord
B)The heart and lungs
C)The palate of the mouth and the ears
D)Virtually all organ systems are vulnerable during this time.

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During the 6th,7th, and 8th weeks of gestation, all of the major organ systems are forming, and therefore all of them are susceptible to abnormalities from exposure to high levels of radiation.

Nadia Is Exposed to High Levels of Radiation During the 6th,7th,and