Microbiology: A Systems Approach
Microbiology: A Systems Approach
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ISBN: 9781259706615
Author: Marjorie Kelly Cowan Professor
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Toxicity is defined as the degree to which a substance is harmful to humans or animals. Microbial toxins are defined as a type of toxin which is produced by microorganisms including bacteria and fungi. Such toxins can cause infection and disease by causing direct damage to host tissue as well as immune system.

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