Listen "What is toxic?"
Episode Synopsis
There are loads of things that we eat and drink that can be harmful if you have too much, and lots of ways that plants and animals protect themselves using toxins. Laura, Ellie and Priyanka discuss venomous snakes, and how they differ to poisonous creatures, and talk about what exactly happens in our bodies. What’s the difference between a neurotoxin and chemotherapy? Are apple pips really poisonous? What happens if a venomous snake bites itself? Listen in to find out.
More episodes of the podcast Technically Speaking | a science and engineering discussion
Why have scientists sent moss into space?
04/12/2025
What is agrovoltaics?
06/11/2025
What is aging?
23/10/2025
How is the safety of drugs determined?
09/10/2025
How does cloning improve diversity?
25/09/2025
Are the seasons changing?
14/08/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.