organophosphate
Nerve agent class
Organophosphates are synthetic compounds containing phosphorus, used primarily as insecticides and nerve agents.
They work by disrupting the nervous system—effective against pests but toxic to humans and animals in sufficient doses.
The farm switched away from organophosphates after health concerns.
Exposure symptoms include nausea, muscle twitching, and respiratory distress.
Common in agriculture, though increasingly restricted.
Harmful substance exposure
- neurotoxicityHarmful effects on nerves
- miosisPupil narrowing response
- salivationMouth producing digestive fluid
- lacrimationSecretion of tears
urination · defecation · bradycardia · bronchospasm · diaphoresis · fasciculation · respiratory failure · tremors
Organophosphate chemical weapon
- VXChemical warfare toxin
- novichokMilitary-grade neurotoxin class
- nerve agentWeaponized neurotoxin
- chemical weaponToxic agent for warfare
munition · dispersal · detection · protective equipment · Geneva Convention · chemical attack · weaponized · military
Anticholinergic alkaloid medication
- pralidoximeCholinesterase reactivator medication
- antidoteSubstance neutralizing harmful agents
- decontaminationRemoving dangerous substances
- activated charcoalProcessed carbon for absorption
supportive care · mechanical ventilation · benzodiazepine · poison control · emergency · hospitalization
Toxic agent targeting pests
- herbicideVegetation-destroying chemical
- fungicideChemical that kills mold
- sprayDispersed liquid droplets
- fumigationDisinfection via airborne chemicals
residue · application · runoff · bioaccumulation · drift · formulation · concentrate · emulsion
Phosphate group attachment process
- hydrolysisWater-induced bond cleavage
- cholinergicAcetylcholine-mediated neural signaling
- serineProtein-forming amino acid
- esteraseEster-hydrolyzing enzyme
active site · substrate · binding · irreversible · anticholinesterase · metabolite · degradation · half-life
Soil nutrient supplement
- cropCultivated agricultural plants
- soilGround matter for planting
- farmAgricultural land tract
- cultivationFostering growth through care
yield · harvest · greenhouse · agronomy · horticulture · irrigation · monoculture · crop rotation
poisoning
Harmful substance exposure
- neurotoxicityHarmful effects on nerves
- miosisPupil narrowing response
- salivationMouth producing digestive fluid
lacrimation · urination · defecation · bradycardia · bronchospasm · diaphoresis · fasciculation · respiratory failure · tremors · convulsions
sarin
Organophosphate chemical weapon
- VXChemical warfare toxin
- novichokMilitary-grade neurotoxin class
- nerve agentWeaponized neurotoxin
chemical weapon · munition · dispersal · detection · protective equipment · Geneva Convention · chemical attack · weaponized · military · terrorism
atropine
Anticholinergic alkaloid medication
- pralidoximeCholinesterase reactivator medication
- antidoteSubstance neutralizing harmful agents
- decontaminationRemoving dangerous substances
activated charcoal · supportive care · mechanical ventilation · benzodiazepine · poison control · emergency · hospitalization
insecticide
Toxic agent targeting pests
- herbicideVegetation-destroying chemical
- fungicideChemical that kills mold
- sprayDispersed liquid droplets
fumigation · residue · application · runoff · bioaccumulation · drift · formulation · concentrate · emulsion · granular
phosphorylation
Phosphate group attachment process
- hydrolysisWater-induced bond cleavage
- cholinergicAcetylcholine-mediated neural signaling
- serineProtein-forming amino acid
esterase · active site · substrate · binding · irreversible · anticholinesterase · metabolite · degradation · half-life
fertilizer
Soil nutrient supplement
cultivation · yield · harvest · greenhouse · agronomy · horticulture · irrigation · monoculture · crop rotation · field
organophosphatepyrethrin
Plant-based insect toxin
biopesticide · diatomaceous earth · insecticidal soap · neem oil · organic pesticide