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Five most bizarre poisons that can kill you

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There are some bizarre poisons in our world, and they’re typically found in unexpected places.

Here we reveal the top five strangest poisons.

2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-P-Dioxin, more commonly referred to as “dioxin.”

It’s a highly harmful environmental pollutant for mammals. Long-term exposure can result in birth abnormalities, tumor growth, and other disorders.

It is classified as a human carcinogen by the World Health Organization.

Reactions is an American Chemical Society and PBS Digital Studios video series.

The American Chemical Society is a non-profit organisation chartered by the US Congress.

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