ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
Byproducts of microorganisms metabolism
Mycotoxins - answer✔toxins produced by fungi,
produced by SOME molds under certain conditions
Mycotoxins know to be carcinogenic are called - answer✔Aflatoxin,
can damage liver and may lead to liver cancer
Mold spores are typically found to be - answer✔2.0 to 20
microns in diameter
Micron - answer✔one millionth of a meter
Sporulation - answer✔Fungal organisms releasing spores into environment
Viable Spores - answer✔"alive" and can start new colonies
May be allergenic and/or contain toxins
Settled Spores - answer✔spores that have landed on a surface and not actively growing
Mycotoxins are present in - answer✔cell walls of fungal spores and hyphae
Stachybotrys requires - answer✔high level of water activity
Stachybotrys grows best when - answer✔in continuous contact with moisture
Stachybotrys is - answer✔ONE OF MANY MYCOTOXIN PRODUCING MOLDS
Genus of mold that contains around 50 different species; S.chartarum and S.chlorohalonata are
some of the most dangerous and referred to as black mold or toxic black mold; linked to
respiratory issues; must be disclosed
Stachybotrys can begin to colonize in - answer✔7 to 12 days
2|Page
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller TheStar. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $11.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
