A Teratogen Is

question 684

Multiple Choice

A teratogen is

• A)another name for a genetic defect.
• B)the cause of cystic fibrosis and sickle-cell anemia.
• C)any substance capable of causing birth defects.
• D)characterized by all of these.

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Definitions:

Cellular Respiration

A set of metabolic processes that take place within cells to convert biochemical energy from nutrients into adenosine triphosphate (ATP), releasing waste products.

Mitochondria

Organelles within cells that are responsible for producing energy through the process of cellular respiration.

Electron Acceptor

A chemical entity that accepts electrons transferred to it from another compound, crucial in various biological and chemical processes.

Pulmonary Ventilation

The process of moving air into and out of the lungs, facilitating gas exchange with the internal environment, mainly by bringing in oxygen and flushing out carbon dioxide.