Botulism bacterium. Illustration of botulism bacteria (Clostridium botulinum). These bacteria occur naturally in soil. They produce botulinum toxin, a powerful neurotoxin that can be ingested on contaminated, improperly cooked food. The neurotoxin poisons the central nervous system and can cause lethal heart or lung failure. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / Harris, Roger |
Bildgröße: | 6000 px × 4400 px |
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