how long does it take cyanide to kill someone

Question: how long does it take cyanide to kill someone
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Asked by rph to Ashley, Bernard, Carsten, MariaMagdalena, Monique on 8 Nov 2015.
- Carsten Welsch answered on 8 Nov 2015:
  
  It depends on the actual cyanide. Although a large number of those carrying the “CN” group are poisonous, many are not. Then, it depends on the dose that impacts on the final effect and delivery (inhalation, ingestion). Acute poisoning can lead to death within minutes.
  
  …why exactly are you asking… ?

Question: how long does it take cyanide to kill someone