A substance called laetrile is structurally related to carbohydrates. It has been sugges...

A substance called laetrile is structurally related to carbohydrates. It has been suggested as a treatment for cancer, but it is not available in the United States. Its efficacy is doubtful, and it is inherently dangerous. Here is the structure. What is its relationship to carbohydrates? Do you think that the presence of the cyanide (iCN) group in the structure has a connection to the dangers associated with this compound? Explain.