Sunday, April 28, 2013

Ricin


Castor oil plant, fruits source Wikipedia

                          Ricinius Communis( Castor Oil Plant)


Ricin , a highly toxic substance, is found in Castor Oil plants.It inhibits synthesis of protein in body if injected, inhaled or ingested.

The toxin was in news recently, when a letter containing Ricin was send to US President Obama.

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