Could other inmates develop botulism from being in contact with theill prisoners?a. Yes, it can be spread in body fluids.b. No, a person must ingest the toxin. c. Yes, it can be carried by inanimate objects.d. No, C. botulinum bacteria cannot grow in human tissue.

Could other inmates develop botulism from being in contact with theill prisoners?a. Yes, it can be spread in body fluids.b. No, a person must ingest the toxin. c. Yes, it can be carried by inanimate objects.d. No, C. botulinum bacteria cannot grow in human tissue.

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Could other inmates develop botulism from being in contact with the
ill prisoners?
a. Yes, it can be spread in body fluids.
b. No, a person must ingest the toxin.

c. Yes, it can be carried by inanimate objects.
d. No, C. botulinum bacteria cannot grow in human tissue.

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