An Agent That Can Cause Anomalies in the Embryo or Fetus

question 103

Multiple Choice

An agent that can cause anomalies in the embryo or fetus is called:

• A)an aneurysm.
• B)a teratogen.
• C)a syringomyelia.
• D)a paresis.
• E)a compression.

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Definitions:

Cerebrospinal Fluid

A clear, colorless body fluid found within the brain and spinal cord, acting as a cushion and providing basic mechanical and immunological protection to the brain.

Pia Mater

The delicate innermost layer of the meninges, the membranes that envelop the brain and spinal cord, providing a protective covering.

Gray Matter

Regions in the brain and spinal cord composed primarily of neuronal cell bodies, dendrites, and glia, playing a key role in processing and regulating neural signals.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, encompassing the cerebral hemispheres, responsible for complex cognitive functions, including learning, memory, and voluntary movement.