ricin

• Proteína altamente tóxica que se extrae de las semillas de ricino (Ricinus communis), capaz de inhibir la síntesis de proteínas celulares. Puede emplearse como reactivo químico y tiene potencial como agente de guerra biológica.

A highly toxic protein derived from castor beans, which can be used as a chemical reagent and has potential as a biological weapon.

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   A highly toxic protein found naturally in castor beans, which can be extracted and used as a chemical reagent or a biological weapon.

   Ricina

   • Ricin is one of the most potent naturally occurring toxins.
   • The scientist handled the ricin sample with extreme caution in the lab.
   • Exposure to ricin can cause severe respiratory distress and organ failure.