Caterpillars munching on your cabbages? You’re witnessing interspecies chemical warfare in action! In this edition of Periodic Graphics in C&EN, we take a look at how plants defend themselves from caterpillars—and how some caterpillars fight back. View the full graphic on the C&EN site.
People often worry about the safety of chemicals added to their food. But sometimes, nature itself can produce harmful compounds in the foods we eat. In the latest edition of Periodic Graphics in Chemical & Engineering News, we look at a selection of toxins found in common fruits and vegetables. View the full graphic on the C&EN site.
