Question

question 1 2 pts which of the following statements is true regarding toxins? scombroid is caused by toxic algae. dioxin is produced by pathogenic fungi. pcbs are produced by pathogenic bacteria. claviceps purpurae produces a toxin that results in hallucinations.

Explanation:

• Scombroid is caused by bacterial breakdown of histidine in fish, not toxic algae.
• Dioxin is mainly from industrial processes, not pathogenic fungi.
• PCBs are man - made chemicals, not produced by pathogenic bacteria.
• Claviceps purpureae produces ergot alkaloids. Some ergot alkaloids can cause hallucinations.

Answer:

Claviceps purpureae produces a toxin that results in hallucinations.