Poison

A Poison^[1] is a substance that when coming into contact with organic matter, will cause damage to it on the molecular level. It differs from a Toxin and a Venom in the way that it is delivered into the organic matter.

Example

• Pesticide
• Muscarine
• Digoxin

References

1. ↑ Science Learning Hub [cited 11/12/18] Available from: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/resources/364-poisons-and-toxins