Shell fish taken from water during a red tide would be
A
Rich in proteins
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B
Poisoned with neurotoxin
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C
Dead
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D
Rich in fats
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Solution
The correct option is B Poisoned with neurotoxin Neurotoxic shellfish poisoning (NSP) is caused by the consumption of molluscan shellfish contaminated with brevetoxins primarily produced by the dinoflagellate.
So, the correct answer is 'Poisoned with neurotoxin'