Botulism Is Caused by the Bacterium Clostridium Botulinum Which Produces

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Multiple Choice

Botulism is caused by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum which produces a toxin (Botox) that blocks acetylcholine release.How would Botox injections be useful in removing wrinkles?

• A)By blocking ATP production
• B)By preventing muscles from relaxing
• C)By killing neurons
• D)By killing muscle cells
• E)By preventing muscles from contracting

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