Why Do Most Major Birth Defects Occur During the Embryonic

question 190

Multiple Choice

Why do most major birth defects occur during the embryonic stage?

• A) The amniotic fluid can "leak" into the embryo and cause damage.
• B) The placenta is still developing and does a poor job of protecting the embryo.
• C) Most women do not know they are pregnant until the fetal stage.
• D) Most of the basic organs are being formed during the embryonic stage.

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