venom

     

Venom is any of a variety of toxins use by certain types of animals, for the purpose of defense and hunting. Generally, venom is delivered (injected) by such means as a bite or a sting, while a poison is absorbed by ingestion or through the skin.

Trivia about venom

  • This term for a deadly substance may derive from the name of a love goddess
  • These fluids are classified into 2 major groups: neurotoxic & hemotoxic