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ricin

/ˈraɪ.sɪn/

Traduction: Protéine hautement toxique extraite des graines de ricin, qui peut être utilisée comme agent chimique et présente un potentiel d'arme biologique.

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/ˈraɪ.sɪn/C2formalscientific
  • frProtéine hautement toxique extraite des graines de ricin, qui peut être utilisée comme agent chimique et présente un potentiel d'arme biologique.

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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  1. C2formalscientific

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

    frRicine

    • 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.
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