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A child is born prematurely and experiences severe asthma. which substance most likely affected cell differentiation when the child was a developing embryo?

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Cigarette smoke- APEX

Cigarette smoke has most likely affected cell differentiation when the child was a developing embryo.

What is cell differentiation?

  • It is a process by which a cell acquires a function and undergoes structural and genetical changes to perform them.
  • It can either be permanent or temporary (in plants dedifferentiation is observed).

What are teratogens?

Teratogens are substances that can cause physical or functional abnormalities in a developing human embryo or fetus if a pregnant woman is exposed to it.

Is cigarette smoke a teratogen?

Yes it is a teratogen.

What are other examples?

They include alcohol, smoking, hazardous chemicals, radiation, viruses,  and certain prescription medicines.

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