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Domoic Acid

Definition:

Domoic acid is a naturally occurring neurotoxin that is produced by certain types of harmful algal blooms. It can accumulate in shellfish, fish, and other marine animals, and poses a serious threat to human and animal health when ingested.

Sample Sentences:

1. The consumption of shellfish contaminated with domoic acid can lead to amnesic shellfish poisoning (ASP) in humans.

2. Marine mammals, such as sea lions and dolphins, have suffered mass strandings and deaths due to exposure to high levels of domoic acid.

3. The effects of domoic acid on the brain can range from mild symptoms like headaches and dizziness to more severe neurological damage.

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