Cyanogenetic

/ˌsaɪ.ən.oʊ.dʒə.ˈnɛt.ɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or capable of producing cyanogen or cyanide compounds through natural or chemical processes.

Etymology

From cyanogen + -etic (relating to). The suffix -etic means 'relating to' or 'of the nature of' in scientific terminology.

Kelly Says

Cyanogenetic plants contain glycosides (sugar-based compounds) that break down into cyanide only when the plant is damaged or chewed—it's a clever chemical bomb triggered by injury.

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