Zootoxin (Noun)
Meaning
A toxin resembling bacterial toxins in its antigenic properties that is found in the fluids of certain animals.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The zootoxin found in the venom of the box jellyfish is known to cause severe pain and respiratory distress in humans.
- Researchers have identified a zootoxin in the saliva of certain species of snakes that can cause hemolysis in their prey.
- The zootoxin present in the sting of the bullet ant is said to be 30 times more painful than a bee sting.
- Scientists are studying the zootoxin found in the venom of the blue-ringed octopus to develop new painkillers.
- The zootoxin in the venom of the inland taipan snake is considered to be one of the most toxic substances found in any animal.