Aplysiatoxin

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Aplysiatoxin is a cyanotoxin, ie a toxin of cyanobacteria. It has been demonstrated in various representatives of the genera Lyngbya, Oscillatoria and Schizothrix. The name refers to the marine snail Aplysia californica, which receives cyanobacteria and the toxin used for defense against enemies. It dissolves upon contact of swimmers itch and is examined in medicine related to the development of cancer.

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