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 ________.

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The protein produced by P. aeruginosa is inhibiting the synthesis of elongation factor 2, which is a characteristic of exotoxins. Endotoxins are found in the cell wall of Gram-negative bacteria and can cause an immune response that leads to inflammation and fever. Biological weapons are intentionally developed to harm humans, which is not the case with this protein. Biofilm is a community of microorganisms that adhere to each other and to surfaces.

The Bacteria Pseudomonas Aeruginosa Produces a Protein That Is Secreted