anatox

/ænæˈtɒksɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A group of potent neurotoxins found in certain species of blue-green algae, produced by Anabaena and other cyanobacteria.

“The anatoxins produced by the algae in the lake were highly toxic to the local wildlife.”

Synonyms

  • cyanotoxin
  • neurotoxin

Antonyms

  • neuroprotectant
  • non-toxic substance