During fetal development, several factors can affect the outcome of bone development. All of the following influence the development except:
1. Fifth's disease.
2. Exposure to cat feces.
3. Caffeine consumption.
4. Contaminated water.
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1. The disease is known to cause bone deformities if the mother has contracted the illness while pregnant.
2. Toxoplasmosis is found in cat feces and can infect the mother, thus causing deformities in the fetus.
3. No research supports bone issues with bone development.
4. Contaminated water can have bacteria, fungi, and viruses that attach to the fetus, causing bone deformities.
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