Developing structures generally are most vulnerable to damage from environmental factors during the ____ of prenatal development.
A) germinal stage
B) embryonic stage
C) fetal stage
D) last two months

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The embryonic stage is the period of prenatal development from weeks 2 to 8, during which the major organs and structures of the body form. During this stage, the developing embryo is most vulnerable to damage from environmental factors such as drugs, radiation, and infections, which can interfere with the proper formation of these structures and lead to birth defects or miscarriage.

Developing Structures Generally Are Most Vulnerable to Damage from Environmental