An Embryo Was Exposed to a Chemical Early in Its

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Essay

An embryo was exposed to a chemical early in its development. At birth, there is chromosomal damage to the circulatory system linked to the chemical exposure. What other organ systems should be examined for the same type of damage?

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Definitions:

Junk Food

Food items with little nutritional value, often high in calories, fats, sugars, or salt, and lacking essential nutrients.

Middle Childhood

A phase of child development covering the elementary school years, where children develop critical thinking skills, establish friendships, and gain a sense of responsibility.

Increased Psychopathology

A rise in the occurrence or severity of mental disorders within an individual or population.

Obese Children

Children who have a body mass index (BMI) at or above the 95th percentile for children of the same age and sex, indicating excess body fat.