Analysis of umbilical cord blood confirms that fetuses exposed to ______ have lower intelligence test scores and more behavior problems than other children.

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Studies have shown that chlorpyrifos, a pesticide commonly used in agricultural settings, is associated with adverse effects on fetal brain development, leading to lower intelligence test scores and more behavior problems in children. The exposure to chlorpyrifos can occur through contaminated air, water, and food chain.

Analysis of Umbilical Cord Blood Confirms That Fetuses Exposed to ______