Puffer fish

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009661",
  "term": "Puffer fish",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A type of fish belonging to the family Tetraodontidae, known for its ability to inflate its body rapidly when threatened. Many species of puffer fish contain tetrodotoxin, a potent neurotoxin, in their organs, particularly the liver and ovaries. Consumption of improperly prepared puffer fish can be fatal due to this toxin.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "tetrodotoxin"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 900 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/puffer-fish/"
}