Throughout history, plants containing cardiac steroids have been used as heart drugs and as poisons (e.g., in arrows used in combat), emetics, and diuretics.
Did you know?
According to the Migraine Research Foundation, migraines are the third most prevalent illness in the world. Women are most affected (18%), followed by children of both sexes (10%), and men (6%).
Did you know?
During pregnancy, a woman is more likely to experience bleeding gums and nosebleeds caused by hormonal changes that increase blood flow to the mouth and nose.
Did you know?
The horizontal fraction bar was introduced by the Arabs.
Did you know?
Persons who overdose with cardiac glycosides have a better chance of overall survival if they can survive the first 24 hours after the overdose.
Proton hopping
Conjugate acid-base pairs consist of a proton donor and a proton acceptor
Charge development is unfavorable and can be circumvented by donation of a proton
Proton Pump Inhibitors
The presence of large areas of methane hydrate
Draw the electric field of: •An electron and proton •Two electrons