Chemicals that disrupt normal gene expression during development are
A) teratogens.
B) morphogens.
C) homeotic.
D) chorionic.

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Teratogens are substances that disrupt normal development and can lead to birth defects or developmental delays. Chemicals that disrupt gene expression during development can be considered teratogens. Morphogens are signaling molecules that regulate the pattern of tissue development, homeotic genes control development of body segments, and chorionic refers to the placenta.

Chemicals That Disrupt Normal Gene Expression During Development Are