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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Which infamous medication prescribed in the mid-20th century caused severe phocomelia in newborns?
Options
A Thalidomide
Correct Answer
B Penicillin
C Insulin
D Paracetamol
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Thalidomide caused thousands of infants to be born with severe limb reduction defects.

Hint

No hint available

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