The difference between toxic and poisonous
I read a lot about the difference between toxic and poisonous , but still the difference is not clear. I would be grateful if you could clarify it.
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The two are synonymous, though 'toxic' is used more often in science and 'poisonous' more often in everyday settings. Spruce trees produce toxic resins. Anthracyclines are extremely toxic.
- The two are synonymous, though 'toxic' is used more often in science and 'poisonous' more often in everyday settings.
- Spruce trees produce toxic resins.
- Anthracyclines are extremely toxic.
- The cadmium and mercury used in making red pigment can be toxic.
- The purple berries look good to eat, but I was told they are poisonous.
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The two are synonymous, though 'toxic' is used more often in science and 'poisonous' more often in everyday settings.
Spruce trees produce toxic resins.
Anthracyclines are extremely toxic.
The cadmium and mercury used in making red pigment can be toxic.
The purple berries look good to eat, but I was told they are poisonous.
You can eat
0I've also come across such metaphorical expressions like "toxic relationship", "toxic partner", "toxic assets" (held by investment banks).
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