Practice mode Entomology

What is meant by an antidote?

Correct answer B. Treatment given to counteract the effects of a poison

Explanation

An antidote is a substance or treatment that neutralises or reverses a poison's effects, for example atropine given against organophosphate pesticide poisoning.

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