Why do bacteria produce toxins? What do viruses do to cells?
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Why do bacteria produce toxins? Bacteria produce toxins as a defense mechanism to protect themselves from other microorganisms or to gain an advantage in their environment. Toxins can also help bacteria to invade host cells and cause disease. Show more…
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