All Teratogens are Also Mutagens

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All teratogens are also mutagens.

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Not all teratogens are mutagens. Teratogens are agents that can cause birth defects or malformations in a developing embryo or fetus, while mutagens are agents that can cause changes in the DNA sequence. While some teratogens may also be mutagens, such as radiation, not all teratogens cause genetic mutations. Examples of non-mutagenic teratogens include alcohol, certain medications, and infections during pregnancy.