Organogenesis is the process by which the three germ layers (ectoderm, endoderm, and mesoderm) develop into internal organs through proliferation, migration, reaggregation and differentiation of cells. This process occurs between weeks 3 to 8 of development in utero in humans. During this critical period, the environment has the greatest impact on development as teratogens can disturb key developmental processes like cell division and gene expression, potentially resulting in miscarriage or birth defects.