syanidittöjä
Syanidittöjä, also known as cyanide compounds, are a group of chemical substances containing the cyanide anion (CN⁻). These compounds are notable for their high toxicity, which arises from the ability of the cyanide ion to inhibit cellular respiration by binding to cytochrome c oxidase in mitochondria, thereby disrupting the electron transport chain. This interference prevents cells from producing adenosine triphosphate (ATP), leading to rapid energy depletion and cellular death.
Cyanide compounds occur naturally in some plants, such as bitter almonds, cassava, and certain species of laurel,
The toxicity of cyanide is well-documented, with exposure leading to symptoms such as headache, dizziness, nausea,
Due to their extreme hazard, cyanide compounds are strictly regulated and handled with extreme caution in industrial