Are poisonous and venomous the same thing? I hear some people using the terms interchangeably. Explain the similarities and differences.
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Are poisonous and venomous the same thing? I hear some people using the terms interchangeably. Explain the similarities and differences.
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Venomous and poisonous are not the same things. Those that use the terms interchangeably are often unaware of the meanings. 

Venomous is when a toxin is injected into you via stings or bites. Whereas poisonous is when a toxin can harm you through consumption or touch. There’s an old saying that goes, “If you bite it and you get sick, it’s poisonous. If it bites you and you get sick, it’s venomous.” 

Some venomous animals, like vipers and other dangerous snakes, are referred to as poisonous in casual conversations. In the same way, venom is often casually referred to as poison because not everyone knows the difference. 

The only similarity between venomous and poisonous is the damage both can do to someone. Both venom and poison are harmful, albeit in unique ways. 
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Are poisonous and venomous the same thing? I hear some people using the terms interchangeably. Explain the similarities and differences.</s>
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Venomous and poisonous are not the same things. Those that use the terms interchangeably are often unaware of the meanings. 

Venomous is when a toxin is injected into you via stings or bites. Whereas poisonous is when a toxin can harm you through consumption or touch. There’s an old saying that goes, “If you bite it and you get sick, it’s poisonous. If it bites you and you get sick, it’s venomous.” 

Some venomous animals, like vipers and other dangerous snakes, are referred to as poisonous in casual conversations. In the same way, venom is often casually referred to as poison because not everyone knows the difference. 

The only similarity between venomous and poisonous is the damage both can do to someone. Both venom and poison are harmful, albeit in unique ways. </s>
