Chemical Agents

Nerve Agents

Examples: Tabun, Sarin

Physical Properties: Colorless liquid, usually odorless, but may have a fruity smell.

General Signs and Symptoms: Difficulty in breathing, contraction of the pupils, blurred vision, headache, nausea, convulsions, and eventually death.

Relative Rate of Action: Rapid, within minutes.
 
 
 
 
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