Research Indicates That When Girls Are Exposed to Unusually High

question 20

Multiple Choice

Research indicates that when girls are exposed to unusually high levels of __________ prenatally,they are more likely to display stereotypical male behaviors.

• A)cholesterol
• B)estrogen
• C)androgens
• D)toxins

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Definitions:

Red Blood Cells

Cells in the blood responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body, also known as erythrocytes.

Radiation

The emission and propagation of energy in the form of waves, particles, or rays, such as electromagnetic radiation, which includes light and radio waves, or ionizing radiation, which includes X-rays and gamma rays.

Breech Position

A fetal position where the baby's buttocks or feet are positioned to be delivered first, complicating childbirth.

Buttocks

The two rounded portions of the anatomy, located on the posterior of the pelvic region in humans and many other primates.