El toxicólogo



Example: El toxicólogo estudia sustancias peligrosas para la salud.

Definition


"El toxicólogo" is a medical professional specializing in the study and analysis of toxic substances and their effects on living organisms, particularly focusing on diagnosing and treating poisonings and chemical exposures.

Etymology


The word "el toxicólogo" comes from the Greek roots 'toxikon,' meaning poison, and 'logos,' meaning study or discourse. It entered Spanish through Late Latin and Greek influences, reflecting the profession's focus on poisons and toxins. Did you know? The term highlights the scientific study of toxins, which has been crucial in medicine throughout history.

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"El toxicólogo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Medical Professions - (A1) - set 1", containing 101 commonly used words.
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