Which toxin category is associated with toxins from plants?

• A. Mycotoxins
• B. Bacterial
• C. Algal
• D. Plant

Answer: (D)

Toxins are grouped by where they come from, so recognizing the source helps you identify the category. Toxins from plants are plant toxins, produced by the plant itself—often as defense compounds or metabolic byproducts. Examples include ricin from castor beans and solanine from potatoes, which illustrate how plant-derived compounds can be highly potent.

In contrast, mycotoxins come from fungi, bacterial toxins from bacteria, and algal toxins from algae. Knowing the source clarifies exposure context and helps anticipate how the toxin might affect the body and what kinds of mitigation or antidotes could be relevant.