Poisons

Poisons are substances that can cause harm to organisms when sufficient quantities are absorbed, inhaled or ingested. They can cause damage to living tissue, interfere with life processes or cause death. The study of poisons is known as toxicology.

Types of Poisons

Poisons can be classified into several types, including:

• Biological poisons: These are produced by living organisms, such as venom from snakes or toxins from bacteria.
• Chemical poisons: These are man-made or naturally occurring substances that are harmful to the body, such as lead or mercury.
• Radiological poisons: These are substances that emit harmful radiation, such as radon or uranium.

Effects of Poisons

The effects of poisons can vary greatly depending on the type and amount of poison, the method of exposure, and the individual's health and age. Symptoms can range from mild discomfort to severe illness or death.

Treatment of Poisoning

Treatment of poisoning depends on the type and severity of the poison. It may involve removing the poison from the body, neutralizing the poison, treating the symptoms, or a combination of these methods. In some cases, antidotes may be available.

Prevention of Poisoning

Prevention of poisoning involves proper storage and handling of poisons, education about the dangers of poisons, and appropriate use of safety equipment.

See Also

• Toxicology
• Venom
• Lead poisoning
• Mercury poisoning

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