I’m aware that odors are gaseous chemical compounds that our olfactory receptors can distinguish. But are particularly vile scents potentially detrimental to your health?
Some compounds like CO are odorless, yet fatal. So what is our body really telling us when we smell something revolting and is it reliable?
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I remember being in a chemistry class and our teacher instructed us on mercaptans. For some he said if you ever smell this again in your life, get out immediately. Your nose will lose the ability to smell it quickly and if you stay it will kill you.
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