Some teratogens, such as cocaine, cigarette smoke, or alcohol, can damage the developing fetus:
A)only during the germinal period.
B)only during the fetal period.
C)at any stage before birth.
D)during the germinal period and the fetal period but not the embryonic period.

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Teratogens such as cocaine, cigarette smoke, or alcohol can damage the developing fetus at any stage before birth, including the germinal, embryonic, and fetal period. The extent and type of damage caused may vary depending on the timing and duration of exposure.

Some Teratogens, Such as Cocaine, Cigarette Smoke, or Alcohol, Can