Table 4.
Principal differences between toxins and classic CWA [2].
| Characteristics | Toxins | Classic CWA |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Natural | Synthesis |
| Manufacture | Complicated, low series | Heavy industry |
| State of matter | Solid | Liquid (lethal CWA) |
| Volatility | Non-volatile | Volatile |
| Toxicity | High | Lower |
| Percutaneous effect | Not characteristic | Yes |
| Taste and smell | No | Yes |
| Toxic effect | Diverse | Less diverse |
| Immunogenic properties | Partially yes | No |
| Aerosol by explosion or thermal | Problematic | Possible (fogs, droplets, smokes) |
| Individual protection | Anti-smoke filter | Mask and body protection means |
| Detection in real-time | Impossible, problematic | Possible |