Asked by Steph Miller on May 27, 2024
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During which stage of prenatal development would the developing organism be most vulnerable to the effects of a toxin or other environmental influence
A) fetal stage
B) embryonic stage
C) germinal stage
D) last two months
Toxin
A poisonous substance produced within living cells or organisms; can be harmful or fatal if absorbed by the body.
Prenatal Development
The stage of human development that occurs from conception until birth, encompassing physical, cognitive, and emotional changes in the embryo and fetus.
Embryonic Stage
The period in prenatal development from about 2 to 8 weeks after conception, where major organs and structures begin to develop.
- Pinpoint risks and environmental conditions detrimental to embryonic progress.
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Learning Objectives
- Pinpoint risks and environmental conditions detrimental to embryonic progress.
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