Aflatoxins are produced by________________?
Correct answer: C. Aspergillus flavus
- A. Aspergillus niger
- B. Aspergillus fumigatus
- C. Aspergillus flavus
- D. All of the above
Explanation
Aspergillus flavus is the classic producer of aflatoxins, especially aflatoxin B1, in contaminated food and stored grains. Aspergillus niger and A. fumigatus are not the standard answer for aflatoxin production.
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