Question

"Exposure of a developing embryo or fetus to certain environmental factors can damage the developing organism or even cause death. What stamen about the teratogen types is incorrect?

A. Genital herpes can cause lower birth weights
B. Maternal Diseases - Maternal diseases or infections can produce defects by crossing the placental barrier.
C. Rubella (German measles) and syphilis can cause birth defects.
D. The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can result in birth defects, illness, acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), and death of the newborn"

Answer 1

Option (C), The incorrect statement about teratogens is that HIV can result in birth defects. HIV can lead to illness in the newborn but is not typically considered a teratogen that causes birth defects.

Step-by-step explanation:

Among the statements provided about teratogens, the incorrect one is 'D. The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can result in birth defects, illness, acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), and death of the newborn.' While HIV can be transmitted from mother to child, it is not typically considered a teratogen that causes birth defects.

Instead, HIV can lead to illness in the infant if not properly managed. It's important to note that exposure to various teratogens can lead to a range of developmental issues in newborns such as fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD) from alcohol or congenital rubella syndrome from rubella infection, which can cause severe birth defects or infant mortality.