botulismotoxin
/ˈbɑtʃəˌlɪzmoʊˈtɑksɪn/
noun
- The powerful poison produced by the bacteria that cause botulism, one of the most toxic substances known.
- A single gram of botulismotoxin could kill millions of people if inhaled.
- Botulismotoxin is used in tiny amounts in some medical treatments for muscle disorders.
- Scientists study botulismotoxin to understand how it blocks nerve signals.