Question

__________ are agents in the __________ that can reach the fetus through the mother and cause harm. A. Spermicides . . . bloodstream B. Abruptio placentae . . . placenta C. Teratogens . . . environment D. Proteins . . . bloodstream Please select the best answer from the choices provided A B C D

Answer 1

The best answer is C. Teratogens...environment. Teratogens are agents or substances that can cause harm or birth defects to the developing fetus when exposed to them during pregnancy. These teratogens can include certain medications, chemicals, infections, and other environmental factors that can negatively impact the developing fetus.