Thiocyanate
Thiocyanate
Thiocyanate (pronounced: thio-sigh-a-nate) is a compound that contains the thiocyanate ion. In its natural form, it is a salt that is colorless and crystalline.
Etymology
The term "thiocyanate" is derived from the Greek words "thio" meaning sulfur, and "cyanate" which refers to the cyanate ion.
Chemical Composition
Thiocyanate is composed of one sulfur atom (S), one carbon atom (C), and one nitrogen atom (N). It is a pseudohalide anion and is found in various salts such as sodium thiocyanate and potassium thiocyanate.
Biological Significance
Thiocyanate is a significant compound in the body as it is a major product of the enzyme rhodanese which detoxifies cyanide in the body. It is also found in the saliva where it acts as a potent inhibitor of hypochlorous acid production at inflammatory sites.
Related Terms
- Rhodanese: An enzyme that detoxifies cyanide by converting it to thiocyanate.
- Sodium thiocyanate: A salt of thiocyanate.
- Potassium thiocyanate: Another salt of thiocyanate.
- Hypochlorous acid: A compound inhibited by thiocyanate in the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thiocyanate
- Wikipedia's article - Thiocyanate
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