how can tiny amounts of venom be so lethal?

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It seems dreadfully counterintuitive that bites from a tiny creature such as a recluse or black widow spider can have disastrous, even lethal consequences for far larger creatures, like humans. How is this possible, given the seemingly insignificant volumes of venom in question?

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Even a small venom can coagulate your blood. A small clot that reaches your heart, lung, or brain is very dangerous.

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