Question

question 6
which of the following statements is incorrect?
○ histamine - producing bacteria are the causative agent of scombroid
○ ergot is caused by claviceps fungi which infects rye
○ aflatoxin can case liver cancer.
○ algae requires warm water to produce toxins.

Explanation:

• Scombroid is caused by histamine - producing bacteria.
• Ergot is caused by Claviceps fungi which infects rye.
• Aflatoxin is a known carcinogen that can cause liver cancer.
• Algae can produce toxins in various environmental conditions, not just warm water.

Answer:

Algae requires warm water to produce toxins.