Chemistry · Toxins and Chemical Weapons
Consider the following statements regarding Ricin toxin: I. Ricin is extracted from the castor bean and even 1 mg mixed in food can be lethal to an adult. II. Ricin poisoning can be reversed if treated early with specific antidotes. III. Ricin is listed as a Schedule 1 toxin under the Chemical Weapons Convention. IV. Ricin was widely used as a chemical weapon during World War II. How many of the above statements are correct?
- 1All four
- 2Only three
- 3Only two✓
- 4Only one
Correct answer
Only two
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