Question

Botulism is a rare illness that causes muscle tissue paralysis. It is caused by a toxin released by the pathogen.

What type of pathogen is most likely to cause botulism? Justify your answer.

Answer 1

The pathogen that is most likely to cause botulism is a type of bacteria. One of the ways bacteria affects the body is by releasing toxins.

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Answer 2

Clostridium botulinum is the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

Clostridium botulinum is a pathogen that produces nerve toxins that cause botulism.

Botulism is an illness that attacks the nerves of the body, paralysis in muscle and problem in breathing.

Clostridium botulinum is present in the improperly canned food, contaminated water, improper preserved food and when these things are consumed by the people even in a small amount of this harmful toxin can cause critical problems and poisoning.

Symptoms of botulism

• weakness in the muscle.

• weakness in the neck, legs, and arms.