Which of the following statements about teratogens is NOT true?
A) Female fetuses are far more likely to be affected by teratogens than male fetuses.
B) The greater the dose of a teratogen, the greater the effect.
C) Differences in placental membranes can affect a fetus' exposure to a teratogen.
D) The time of exposure to a teratogen impacts the type and degree of damage to the fetus.

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This statement is not true. In general, male fetuses are more vulnerable to teratogens because their development is slower and they are more likely to have abnormal development.

Which of the Following Statements About Teratogens Is NOT True