The Term Teratogen Refers to __________

question 109

Multiple Choice

The term teratogen refers to __________.

• A) any environmental agent that causes damage during the prenatal period
• B) a limited time span during which a part of the body is biologically prepared to develop rapidly
• C) a rapid period of prenatal neurological development
• D) a synthetic hormone used to prevent miscarriage

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Definitions:

Considerable Emphasis

Significant importance or stress placed on a particular aspect or detail.

State

An organized political community under one government, recognized as sovereign or independent.

Inequality

A situation where resources, opportunities, and rights are distributed unevenly amongst individuals or groups in a society.

Regulate Inequality

Efforts or policies aimed at managing or reducing the disparities in wealth, resources, or opportunities among members of a society.