Cytotoxins
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How do cytotoxins exert their effects at the molecular level?

  • Some interfere with essential cellular processes, such as DNA replication or protein synthesis. (correct)
  • They only disrupt cell membranes, causing leakage of cellular contents.
  • They primarily affect the cell's energy production.
  • Cytotoxins have no specific molecular-level effects.
  • Which statement best describes the role of cytotoxins?

  • They only play a role in immune responses.
  • They have the ability to damage or destroy cells and play a crucial role in various biological processes. (correct)
  • They are exclusively produced by bacteria.
  • They primarily disrupt cell membranes causing leakage of cellular contents.
  • Where can cytotoxins originate from?

  • Only from bacterial sources.
  • Primarily from viruses.
  • Bacteria, plants, and animals. (correct)
  • Exclusively from plants.
  • What are the consequences of some cytotoxins disrupting cell membranes?

    <p>Leakage of cellular contents and eventual cell demise. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organisms are known to produce cytotoxins?

    <p>Bacteria, plants, and animals. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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