Mycotoxin (Noun)
Meaning
A toxin produced by a fungus.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The mycotoxin produced by the mold in the damp basement posed a serious health risk to the family living there.
- Prolonged exposure to the mycotoxin in the contaminated grain led to severe illness in the livestock.
- The mycotoxin levels in the peanuts were found to be alarmingly high, prompting a nationwide recall.
- Scientists have been studying the effects of the mycotoxin on human health, particularly in relation to respiratory problems.
- The farmer took steps to prevent the growth of fungi that produce mycotoxin in his crops, ensuring a safer harvest.