Poisons are substances that can cause harm or death when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. The term 'poisons' encompasses a variety of substances, including venoms, banes, evils, taints, and TOXINS. Venoms are poisons secreted by animals, such as snakes, spiders, and scorpions. Banes are substances that are harmful or destructive to living things. Evils are substances that are morally wrong or bad. Taints are substances that contaminate or pollute something. TOXINS are poisonous substances produced by living organisms.