What causes botulism?

A toxin produced by bacteria.

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  1. A toxin produced by bacteria ✔
  2. A mosquito bite
  3. Too much exercise

Why: Botulism is caused by a toxin, often linked to improperly preserved food.

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References

Answer: A toxin produced by bacteria. Botulism is caused by a toxin, often linked to improperly preserved food.

  1. Scouting America: Public Health www.scouting.org/merit-badges/public-health
    6 Types of Botulism: Food, Infant, Wound & More Explained!
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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