Chemical, Physical, or Biological Agents That Can Induce Birth Defects

question 13

Multiple Choice

Chemical, physical, or biological agents that can induce birth defects are called

• A) mutagens.
• B) carcinogens.
• C) free radicals.
• D) teratogens.

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