Toxicology is the scientific study of poisons, their effects on living organisms, and how to prevent and treat poisoning. The field encompasses various disciplines, from chemistry and biology to pharmacology and environmental science, in order to understand how toxins interact with the body. In this [Read more...]
Summary Name: CyanideChemical Formula: CN⁻Type: Toxic Chemical Compound History and Background Cyanide has been used since ancient times, primarily in the form of cyanide salts derived from various plants, including the seeds of the apricot, apple, and cherry. Industrially, cyanide [Read more...]
Summary Name: VXChemical Formula: C_11H_26NO_2PSType: Organophosphate Nerve Agent History and Background VX is a highly toxic nerve agent developed in the United Kingdom in the 1950s as part of a research program to create more effective chemical weapons. Its formulation is similar to [Read more...]