Clostridium botulinum
Also known as: C. botulinum
Description
Clostridium botulinum is a species of detrimental Clostridium bacteria.
Toxic Effects of Clostridium botulinum
Digestive System
Clostridium botulinum releases a virulent (1 gram can kill 100,000 people) Exotoxin that is responsible for the type of Food Poisoning named Botulism:
Botulism, although rare, is fatal in 65% of cases.
These Substances may Kill Clostridium botulinum
Food Preservatives
Nitrites (e.g. Potassium Nitrite and Sodium Nitrite) when used as food preservatives may kill Clostridium botulinum.
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