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List of types of poison. The following is a list of types of poison by intended use: Avicide â any substance which can be used to kill birds. Biocide â a chemical substance capable of killing living organisms, usually in a selective way. Fungicide â a chemical compound or biological organism used to kill or inhibit fungi or fungal spores.
A company targeted for a takeover uses a poison pill strategy to make shares of the companys stock look unattractive or less desirable to the acquiring firm. There are two types of poison pills: 1. A âflip-inâ permits shareholders, except for the acquirer, to purchase additional shares at a discount.