Opinion
The science of the Syrian chemical attack
By
Sarah Cate Baker
· Tuesday, April 11, 2017
Sarin is a nerve gas. In its vaporized, weaponized form it can be inhaled, or penetrate the skin directly or get into the eyes. It can persist in clothing for up to thirty minutes. It can kill someone in 10. It is colorless, odorless and tasteless. It is 50 more deadly than cyanide.
