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(a) Bacteria

(b) Protozoa

(c) Moulds

(d) Viruses

Answer: (c)

Explanation:

Aflatoxins are a family of toxins produced by certain fungi that are found on agricultural crops such as maize (corn), peanuts, cottonseed, and tree nuts.
The main fungi that produce aflatoxins are Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus, which are abundant in warm and humid regions of the world.

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