Allomone

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000431",
  "term": "Allomone",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A chemical substance produced by one species that, when released into the environment, benefits the emitter but is detrimental to the receiver of a different species. These chemicals are often used as defensive compounds or to deter predators. An example is the defensive secretions of certain insects.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "semiochemical",
    "kairomone",
    "synomone"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1165 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/allomone/"
}