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Drugs causing embryo malformations durin...

Drugs causing embryo malformations during pregnancy are called

A

Tranquilisers

B

Teratogens

C

Alcoholic beverages

D

Nicotine

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The correct Answer is:
B
A teratogen is an agent which can cause a birth defect. It is usually something in the environment that the mother may be exposed to during her pregnancy. It could be in a prescribed medication, a street drug, alcohol use or a disease present in the mother.
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