Definition of Aflatoxin in English :

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Aflatoxin meaning in English

Meaning of Aflatoxin in English

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Aflatoxin pronunciation in English

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Aflatoxin

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Noun

1. aflatoxin

a potent carcinogen from the fungus Aspergillus; can be produced and stored for use as a bioweapon

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Aflatoxin

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noun
a toxin produced by the fungus Aspergillus flavus growing on peanuts, maize, etc, causing liver disease (esp cancer) in humans

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Aflatoxin

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noun
any of several toxic or carcinogenic substances produced by a fungus (esp. Aspergillus flavus) found on peanuts, corn, etc.

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Aflatoxin

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n.
Any of a group of toxic compounds produced by certain molds, especially Aspergillus flavus, that contaminate stored food supplies such as animal feed and peanuts.

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