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What distinguishes a malformation caused by a teratogen from a genetic mutation?
Options
A Teratogens are external agents disrupting development
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B Teratogens only affect adult tissues
C Genetic mutations never alter anatomy
D Teratogens always produce identical chromosomal breaks
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Teratogens are exogenous environmental factors that interfere with developmental processes.

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Course: BIO 101
Topic: BIO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 2491 of 2556
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