Topic summary
Sarin gas
Extracted from the Wikipedia article Sarin.
Health effects
Sarin has a high volatility (ease with which a liquid can turn into vapour) relative to similar nerve agents, making inhalation very easy. It may even absorb through the skin. A person's clothing can release sarin for about 30 minutes after it has come in contact with sarin gas, which can lead to its exposure to other people.