Behavioural teratology

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001174",
  "term": "Behavioural teratology",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The study of structural or functional birth defects, particularly those affecting behavior and neurodevelopment, caused by exposure to environmental agents during prenatal or early postnatal development. It investigates how such exposures can lead to subtle or overt alterations in cognitive, emotional, and motor functions. This field often uses animal models to identify potential developmental neurotoxicants.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 843 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/behavioural-teratology/"
}