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Aflatoxin is produced by Aspergillus fungi as a byproduct of their metabolism. It is a natural defense mechanism for the fungi to compete against other organisms for resources. Additionally, environmental factors such as temperature and moisture levels can also influence aflatoxin production.

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Which type fungi produces the carcinogenic aflatoxin?

Aspergillus species, most abundantly Aspergillus flavus


What is the difference between verotoxin and ablotoxin?

The difference between verotoxin and ablotoxin is that verotoxin is a toxin generated by some strains of Escherichia coli while aflatoxin are mycotoxins generated by Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus,some species of fungi.


Which is the toxin produced by aspergillus?

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The type of organism is a fungus, Aspergillus flavus. The toxic substance it produces is called an aflatoxin. Aflatoxins are known carcinogens that can lead to changes in the genetic material of cells, particularly liver cells.


What is the scientific name of aspergillus?

The scientific name of aspergillus is Aspergillus.


Aflatoxin in feed?

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Where are the organisms that produce aflatoxins found?

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What is the color of aflatoxin?

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