Which of the following statements is true of the impact of teratogens?
A. Teratogens cause anatomical defects only after organogenesis is complete.
B. Exposure to teratogens does more damage when it occurs at some points in development than at others.
C. Very few fetuses are exposed to teratogens, so it is easy to determine which teratogen causes which defect.
D. Fetuses are safe from the effects of teratogens during the first trimester.
Answer: B
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