What is a teratogenic defect caused by chemical reagents?
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What is a teratogenic defect caused by chemical reagents?
- A.
Bone defects due to exposure to chemicals
- B.
Hemoglobin dysfunction due to chemicals
- C.
Bone marrow defects due to chemicals
- D.
Birth defects due to fetal exposure to chemicals
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Correct answer: D
A teratogenic defect is a birth defect or developmental malformation in an embryo caused by exposure to chemical reagents known as teratogens. These substances interfere with normal fetal development during pregnancy, leading to structural or functional abnormalities in the offspring.