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Neurotoxin Meaning in English

word

ˌnʊroʊˈtɑksɪn
noor-oh-TAHK-sin
ˌnjʊərəʊˈtɒksɪn
nyoor-uh-TOCK-sin

التعريف

A neurotoxin is a poison that damages or destroys nerve cells. It can affect the brain, nerves, or nervous system, and is found in certain animals, plants, or chemicals.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Used mainly in scientific, medical, and environmental contexts; formal term. Commonly refers to toxins from snakes, spiders, or chemicals. Do not confuse with 'neurotransmitter' (a normal brain chemical).

جمل نموذجية

Some snakes produce a powerful neurotoxin in their venom.

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A neurotoxin can cause paralysis if it affects the nerves.

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Scientists study how neurotoxins work in the brain.

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The spider’s bite injected a tiny amount of neurotoxin, but it was still dangerous.

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It’s amazing that some seafood can contain neurotoxins that are harmful to people.

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Even a small dose of neurotoxin from a poisonous frog can be deadly.

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