Multiple Choice
The bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa produces a protein that is secreted into its environment. The protein inhibits synthesis of elongation factor 2 (another protein) in humans. This effect may sound dangerous, but it has been considered as a possible treatment for hepatitis B. The protein produced by P. aeruginosa is a/an ________.
A) endotoxin
B) exotoxin
C) biological weapon
D) biofilm
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