Some varients of botulinum poison are so deadly that even a few nanograms can kill a person. How does a few nanograms of anything kill someone?

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Some varients of botulinum poison are so deadly that even a few nanograms can kill a person. How does a few nanograms of anything kill someone?

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Botulism toxins specifically affects your nerves so that your muscles are paralyzed.

Turns out, breathing relies on your diaphragm and when that’s paralyzed you’ll die very quickly when you’re unable to breathe.

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