Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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Each year, it is estimated that over 40,000 newborn babies are impacted by the effects of alcohol consumed by the mother during pregnancy. Fetal alcohol syndrome is one of the leading causes of preventable birth defects. Why do you think alcohol is more likely to damage the fetus than the mother?
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