Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 14 - Host-Microbe Relationships and Disease Processes - Self Quiz - Page 432: 21

Answer

(e) Exotoxin

Work Step by Step

Botulinum toxin is an example of an exotoxin. Exotoxins are toxins produced and released by the bacteria. Exotoxins are called neurotoxins if they affect the nervous system and enterotoxins if they affect the digestive system.
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