Answer:
<u>Lead paint</u> - but, pesticides and depending what type of polyester, they can be teratogenic agents.
Explanation:
Teratogenic agent is defined as any substance, organism, physical agent or state of disability, which being present during embryonic or fetal life, produces changes in the structure or function of the offspring. The appearance of genetic abnormalities due to exposure to potentially teratogenic agents may be interfered with according to the exposure period of the pregnant woman, the type of agent she was exposed to, the duration of exposure and the dose exposed. It can lead to consequences such as abortion, prematurity, malformations, behavioral and / or learning disorders and even alteration in the baby's growth.
Examples of teratogenic agents: chemicals (mercury, lead), drugs/medicines (cocaine, talidomid, etc) etc.
- Many pesticides have in their composition some elements that are teratogenic. Many of these substances pose incalculable risks to children during sensitive periods of development.
- If the polyester is some kind of resin, it could be teratogenic too.
