Toxy

Toxic is a word that is often used in everyday life, but not everyone knows its meaning. Translated from Latin, “toxicum” means “poisonous”. This word has become widely used in medicine, chemistry and other fields of science related to the study of poisons.

Toxic substances can be of either natural or artificial origin. Natural toxins can be found in plants, animals and the environment. Man-made toxins can be created in laboratories or in production.

One of the most well-known toxic substances is the poison curare. It is used in medicine for anesthesia during heart and lung surgeries. Curare poison blocks the transmission of nerve impulses in the muscles, which leads to their relaxation and cessation of breathing.

Another example of a toxic substance is botulinum toxin. It is produced from the bacteria Clostridium botulinum and is used in cosmetology to reduce wrinkles and increase lip volume.

Toxic substances are also used in industry to produce paints, varnishes, pesticides and other products. For example, arsenic is used in the production of paints and varnishes to make them resistant to ultraviolet radiation.

However, it must be remembered that toxic substances can be harmful to human health. Therefore, when working with them, it is necessary to take precautions and use protective equipment.