Potassium Cyanide

Structure and properties Potassium cyanide (KCN, Mr = 65.1 g/mol) is the potassium salt of hydrocyanic acid (HCN) and exists as a white, crystalline solid that is readily soluble in water. Potassium cyanide has a pungent taste and smells like bitter almonds. Great care should be taken when handling the substance, as poisoning can occur … Potassium Cyanide