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Ringworm is caused by toxins produced by dermatophytes. mycosis that has invaded the blood stream. dermatophytes growing in the outer dead tissue layers of the skin (epidermis). a hypersensitivity caused by superficial contact with dermatophytes. worms infected with fungi invading the skin.

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Answer: the correct answer is dermatophytes growing in the outer dead tissue layers of the skin (epidermis).

Step-by-step explanation:

Ringworm isn't a worrm but it is an infection caused by moldlike fungi that live in the dead tissue of your skin, hair or nails.

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