MENU
Hydrogen cyanide falls into which class of fire gas toxicants?
Suggested Answer: B
Get Premium CFPS Questions
as Interactive Web-Based Practice Test or PDF
Real Exam Format
Detailed Explanations
Instant Access
Get Your Practice Test
26 comments · newest first
SA
Sabrina
10 months ago
I always thought it had unusual effects, not just irritant properties.
JE
Jean
11 months ago
Wait, really? I didn't know that about hydrogen cyanide!
TA
Tamie
11 months ago
Agreed, it's classified as a sensory irritant.
TO
Tori
11 months ago
I thought it was more of an asphyxiant.
SY
Sylvie
11 months ago
It's definitely a pulmonary irritant!
SU
Susana
12 months ago
I’m leaning towards option B, asphyxiants, since cyanide affects oxygen transport in the body.
GL
Glenn
12 months ago
I feel like hydrogen cyanide has some unusual effects, but I can't recall the specifics. Maybe it's option D?
MI
Mila
12 months ago
I remember practicing a question about toxicants, and I think it was classified under sensory irritants, but that doesn't feel right for cyanide.
NE
Nenita
1 year ago
I think hydrogen cyanide is more related to asphyxiants, but I'm not completely sure.
RO
Rochell
1 year ago
I've got a good feeling about option B. Asphyxiants make the most sense for hydrogen cyanide based on what I know.
AI
Aileen
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused on the difference between the categories. Maybe I should review my notes before answering this one.
TR
Tracey
1 year ago
I remember learning about this in class. Hydrogen cyanide is an asphyxiant, so I'm going to go with option B.
MA
Malinda
1 year ago
Okay, let's see. Hydrogen cyanide is a pretty nasty chemical, so it's probably in the "toxicants exhibiting other unusual effects" category.
MI
Mignon
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not too sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully.
FL
Florinda
2 years ago
I'm just glad I don't have to handle that stuff. Though I heard it makes a mean fondue if you're feeling adventurous. B for the win!
TY
Ty
2 years ago
Easy peasy, hydrogen cyanide is a nasty chemical weapon. B is the way to go, unless you want to end up like the Joker.
EL
Elza
2 years ago
Hmm, I'm not a fan of cyanide, but I guess it has some interesting effects. D seems like the most comprehensive option.
LA
Laurel
2 years ago
Yeah, D covers toxicants with unusual effects, which hydrogen cyanide falls under.
TA
Talia
2 years ago
I agree, D does seem like the most comprehensive option.
SA
Sarah
2 years ago
I'm not sure, but I think it could also be class A, sensory or pulmonary irritants.
GA
Garry
2 years ago
I agree with Sharen, it is asphyxiants or narcosis-producing toxicants.
SH
Sharen
2 years ago
I think hydrogen cyanide falls into class B.
LA
Lavina
2 years ago
Hydrogen cyanide is definitely an asphyxiant. It inhibits cellular respiration, causing suffocation. B is the correct answer.
FA
Fallon
2 years ago
So, the correct answer is B) Asphyxiants or narcosis-producing toxicants.
JU
Junita
2 years ago
It inhibits cellular respiration, causing suffocation.
SI
Silva
2 years ago
I agree, hydrogen cyanide is definitely an asphyxiant.