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The branch of embryology, which concerns with the study of abnormal embryonic development is termed as

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Gerontology
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Teratology
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Embryology
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None of the above
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Solution

The correct option is C Teratology
Gerontology is the study of social, psychological and biological aspects of aging.
Teratology is the science that studies about the mechanisms, and patterns of abnormal development.
Embryology is the study of development of an embryo.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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