What are teratogens? How can we check the health of a fetus to determine whether teratogens have had any effect?
What will be an ideal response?
* Teratogens are biological, chemical, or physical agents capable of causing birth defects.
* An ultrasound projects sound waves into the fetus, uterus, and placenta to construct a sonogram.
* Amniocentesis involves the removal of amniotic fluid to detect genetic abnormalities in the fetus.
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Which statement best sums up adoption for most families with adopted children?
a. This was exactly like raising my biological kids! b. We've had some challenges, but this has worked out just fine! c. Raising kids without genetic relation to them just doesn't work! d. Adopting kids is not what its cracked up to be!
According to John Gottman, couples are more likely to stay together if they never argue
Indicate whether the statement is true or false