Asked by Carlos Marin on May 18, 2024
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If research suggested that a pregnant mother's use of an artificial sweetener caused harm to the fetus,the artificial sweetener would be considered a(n)
A) FAS.
B) form of DNA.
C) depressant.
D) teratogen.
Artificial Sweetener
Substances used to sweeten foods and beverages without the caloric content of sugar, often synthetically produced.
Teratogen
Any agent or substance that can cause malformation or gross structural abnormalities in a developing embryo or fetus.
Fetus
A developing mammal or human inside the womb from the end of the embryonic stage until birth.
- Acquire knowledge about the influence of teratogens on fetal development.
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Sia Sydney DubazanaMay 25, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A teratogen is any substance or agent that can potentially cause harm or birth defects to a developing fetus. If research suggested that an artificial sweetener caused harm to a fetus, it would be considered a teratogen. FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome) is a specific birth defect caused by alcohol consumption during pregnancy, DNA is a molecule that contains genetic instructions, and a depressant is a substance that slows down the central nervous system.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the influence of teratogens on fetal development.