All of the Following Are Requirements for an Outbreak of Botulism

question 14

Multiple Choice

All of the following are requirements for an outbreak of botulism except

• A) An incubation period.
• B) An anaerobic environment.
• C) Killing bacteria that compete with Clostridium.
• D) A nutrient medium with a pH below 4.5.
• E) None of the above.

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Supply Curve

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Quantity

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