cyanogenic
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- cyanogenesis noun
Etymology
Origin of cyanogenic
Example Sentences
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Known to scientists as amygdalin, the toxin is a type of chemical compound called a cyanogenic glucoside.
From Scientific American
The cyanogenic glycosides can be rapidly processed by enzymes within the plant to release lethal hydrogen cyanide.
From The Guardian
Lovage suffered cyanogenic poisoning, according to the lawsuit.
From Seattle Times
The plant turned out to contain cyanogenic glucoside, a precursor to cyanide.
From Nature
Imported raw cassava is particularly dangerous because it contains a toxin called linamarin which the body converts to the deadly cyanogenic glycoside when eaten raw.
From Salon
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