Question

The bacterium (Clostridium botulinum) that causes botulism is a/an

• A. Obligate aerobe
• B. Facultative aerobe
• C. Facultative anaerobe
• D. Obligate anaerobe

Answer 1

The correct option is D Obligate anaerobe

Botulism is a type of food poisoning caused by a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It is an obligate anaerobe. An obligate anaerobe is an organism that cannot grow in the presence of oxygen. It attacks the nervous system of the body. The symptoms include weakness, blurred vision, feeling tired, difficulty swallowing, trouble to speak.

Thus, the correct answer is 'Obligate anaerobe.'