Identification may include
- poisonous plants (e.g., hemlock, wild cherry)
- fungal epiphytes
- herbicides
- insecticides
- lead
moldy hay/feed.
Process/Skill Questions:
- How are toxic substances ingested?
- How do toxic substances in nature adversely affect animal production?
- What are some symptoms of poisoning?
- What laboratory procedures are used to identify toxic substances?
- Why are some domestic animals affected differently by specific toxins?