Which of the Following Teratogens Tends to Greatly Reduce Oxygen

question 629

Multiple Choice

Which of the following teratogens tends to greatly reduce oxygen to the fetus, increase the risk of miscarriage, prematurity, and low birth weight with surviving children showing lower scores on language and mental abilities tests?

• A)German measles
• B)maternal stress
• C)exposure to X-rays
• D)smoking by the mother

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Definitions:

Low Self-esteem

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Self-esteem

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