Definitions
- Describing an animal that injects venom through a bite or sting. - Referring to a person's speech or behavior that is intended to harm or hurt others. - Talking about a plant that produces toxic substances that can cause harm when touched or ingested.
- Referring to a substance that can cause harm or death when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed. - Describing a plant that produces toxic substances that can cause harm when touched or ingested. - Talking about a gas or chemical that can cause harm or death when exposed to it.
List of Similarities
- 1Both venomous and poisonous refer to substances or organisms that can cause harm or death.
- 2Both can be dangerous to humans and animals.
- 3Both can cause harm through ingestion, inhalation, or contact.
- 4Both are used to describe toxic substances or organisms.
What is the difference?
- 1Delivery: Venomous organisms deliver their toxins through bites or stings, while poisonous substances can be ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin.
- 2Intention: Venomous organisms use their venom for defense or hunting, while poisonous substances may not have a specific purpose.
- 3Effect: Venomous organisms' toxins can cause pain, swelling, and other symptoms, while poisonous substances can cause nausea, vomiting, and other internal symptoms.
- 4Usage: Venomous is more commonly used to describe animals, while poisonous is more commonly used to describe plants and chemicals.
Remember this!
Venomous and poisonous are similar in that they both refer to substances or organisms that can cause harm or death. However, the difference between venomous and poisonous is their origin, delivery, intention, effect, and usage. Venomous refers to organisms that produce venom and deliver it through bites or stings, while poisonous refers to substances that are toxic when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed. Venomous is more commonly used to describe animals, while poisonous is more commonly used to describe plants and chemicals.
