What Are the Major Teratogens During the Fetal Period

question 285

Multiple Choice

What are the major teratogens during the fetal period?

• A)lack of maternal sleep and lack of exercise
• B)excessive maternal weight gain and maternal age
• C)malnutrition and tobacco
• D)sugar and starch

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Definitions:

Secondary Structure

The local folded structures that form within a polypeptide due to interactions between atoms in the backbone.

Globular Protein

Proteins that are roughly spherical in shape, often soluble in water and serving roles in catalysis, regulation, and transport.

Aspartic Acid

A non-essential amino acid involved in the synthesis of proteins and in the urea cycle of mammals.

Aqueous Surroundings

Refers to an environment or condition where water is the solvent surrounding a substance or structure.