Which of the Following Best Defines Teratogen

question 123

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best defines teratogen?

• A)It is any agent that causes a birth defect.
• B)It is a drug that enhances the growth of a fetus.
• C)It is any chemical that contains an alcohol group.
• D)It is a term used to describe all microorganisms that cause fatal diseases.

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Definitions:

Trachea

The windpipe; a tube that connects the pharynx and larynx to the lungs, allowing the passage of air.

Correct Meaning

The accurate interpretation or definition of a word, phrase, or symbol in a particular context.

IRDS

Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome; a condition in newborns causing respiratory failure due to insufficient surfactant in the lungs.

Inherited Disease

A disorder or condition that is passed genetically from parent to child, which may be evident at birth or develop later in life.