× Didn't find what you were looking for? Ask a question
Top Posters
Since Sunday
Home Q & A Board Science-Related Homework Help Chemistry (Moderator: Laser_3)
New Topic  
fivepointfath fivepointfath
wrote...
Posts: 21
Rep: 0 0
11 years ago
Can you list all of the elements of the periodic table that produce or are involved in the production of smell?
Read 1221 times
1 Reply

Related Topics

Replies
wrote...
#1
11 years ago
An odor comes from the volatilization of a chemical compound, which even at low concentration is detectable by smell.

Organic compounds generate the widest range of odors, and are used extensively for fragrances, etc.   However, some inorganic compounds also generate odors.   Most smells come from compounds, not elements.    Many fragrances are based on organic esters.

So, organic compounds are based on C.   Many compounds based on Nitrogen and Sulfur can be potent.
New Topic      
Quick Reply
Explore
Post your homework questions and get free online help from our incredible volunteers
  1219 People Browsing
Start New Topic Take the Tour CoursesNew Study Tools Topics Trending Browse by Textbook
Related Images
  
 102
  
 226
  
 294
Your Opinion
What's your favorite coffee beverage?
Votes: 274
Previous poll results: What percentage of nature vs. nurture dictates human intelligence?