Cadaverine

/kəˈdævərˌiːn/ noun

Definition

Another name for a poisonous compound formed during the decay of animal matter and proteins.

Etymology

Variant spelling of 'cadaverin' with an added '-e' for chemical nomenclature. Both forms refer to the same pentamethylenediamine compound.

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Forensic scientists can detect cadaverine at crime scenes to help determine how long a body has been dead—it's nature's chemical clock!

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