Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 13, Problem 22RQ
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To determine: The similarities between tetanus and botulinum toxins.
Introduction: Toxins are harmful materials that are produced by different organisms. Some of the molecules can act as toxins even in low concentrations while others need to be present in higher concentrations to show their toxic effects. Toxins from different species are used in low quantities to produce an antidote against them.
Summary Introduction
To determine: The differences between tetanus and botulinum toxins.
Introduction: All the living species have different defense mechanisms. The release of toxins is one of the defense mechanism that is adopted by many of the species. Toxins coming from different species differ from each other based on the species and the mode of the action of toxin.
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