Which of the Following Statements Correctly Describes Exotoxins and Endotoxins

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements correctly describes exotoxins and endotoxins produced by various bacteria?

• A) endotoxins are secreted into the environment while the bacteria is still alive
• B) exotoxins are secreted into the environment while the bacteria is still alive
• C) exotoxins are only released into the environment when the bacteria dies and their cell walls break down
• D) exotoxins are components of the outer membrane of the bacteria that produce them

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