What are the potential short- and long-term effects of this teratogen on the developing organism? (3 points)

Based on Chapter 2 and the learning materials, please answer the following questions using complete sentences:
To learn more about the effects of teratogens on the developing organism (embryo or fetus) and the Internet resources available to prospective parents, pick a teratogen (it can be one discussed in the book or not- examples: nicotine, alcohol, mercury, lead, etc.) and look online to find brief answers to the following questions. Please use complete sentences and be sure to put the answers in your own words.
a. What teratogen did you choose? (1 point)
b. What are the potential short- and long-term effects of this teratogen on the developing organism? (3 points)
c. Is there a particular time (i.e., first, second, or third trimester) that exposure to this teratogen is most damaging? (1 point)
d. What steps can prospective parents take to minimize and/or prevent the effects of this teratogen? (3 points)
e. List the website address/es that you used to answer these questions. (2 points)
This assignment is worth 10 points. Grading will be based on the accuracy and thoroughness of the responses. Up to three points can be deducted for writing errors. This assignment is due on Sunday by 11:55pm.

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