Regarding teratogens, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A)It is impossible for alcohol and drugs to be transmitted from mother to fetus since no direct intermixing of blood takes place between a mother and her unborn child.
B)Although no direct intermixing of blood occurs, some substances, like drugs, do reach the fetus.
C)A fetus may be exposed to drugs, but it cannot become addicted.
D)Pregnant women rarely have any direct control over teratogens.

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Teratogens, including drugs, can cross the placental barrier even though there's no direct blood intermixing between mother and fetus, potentially causing harm to the developing fetus.

Regarding Teratogens, Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE