What Do We Call an Environmental Agent That Causes Abnormal

question 6

Multiple Choice

What do we call an environmental agent that causes abnormal development in a fetus or embryo?

• A) Mutagen
• B) Teratogen
• C) Carcinogen
• D) Fetotoxic agent
• E) Morphogen

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Definitions:

ABC Model

A cognitive behavioral framework that outlines the relationship between an activating event, the belief about the event, and the consequent emotional or behavioral reaction.

Behaviour

The actions or reactions of an individual or system in response to external or internal stimuli.

Balance Theory

A psychological theory proposing that individuals strive for internal consistency among their beliefs, attitudes, and opinions, forming a balanced state in interpersonal relationships.

Cognitive Consistency

The psychological concept that suggests that individuals prefer their beliefs, attitudes, and perceptions to be harmonious and consistent with each other.