Aflatoxin is a fungal toxin and highly potent natural carcinogen produced by Aspergillus flavus, which typically contaminates nuts and stored grains.

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Aspergillus flavus is a fungal species in the genus Aspergillus that frequently contaminates nuts and stored grains, producing aflatoxin.

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Aspergillus is a genus of ascomycete molds that are important causes of allergies and infections, and are utilized in scientific research as well as in the production of fermented alcoholic beverages like Japanese sake.

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