Question

Botulisrn caused by Clostridium botulinum affects the (a) spleen (b) intestine (c) lymph glands (d) neuromuscular junction

Answer 1

The correct option is (d) neuromuscular junction.

Explanation:

Clostridium botulinum bacterium causes food poisoning (botulism). Clostridium is an obligate anaerobic endospore-forming Gram positive, rod-shaped bacterium. This bacterium produces an exotoxin which is highly toxic for the synaptic ends of the nerves where it blocks the release of acetylcholine. Later is a chemical necessary for the transmission of nerve impulse across the synapses.

Answer 2

The correct option is (d) neuromuscular junction.