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The perception of something "spicey" (in the food industry, how "spicey" something is, is measured in terms of the Scoville scale, which measures in terms of "heat units" and is commonly referred to as "heat"). Capsaicin is the main chemical in chili peppers, which give them their spicey character. The molecular formula, according to wikipedia, for capsaicin is (CH3)2CHCH=CH(CH2)4CONHCH2C6H3-4-(OH)-3-(OCH3) Acidity, or pH is governed by the presence (or absence of) positively charged hydrogen ions. With capsaicin, the chemical reaction is one of activating a pain receptor that mimics the sensation of burning or abrasion. My organic chemistry is hazy, but given the hydroxide group that forms off the main carbon ring, my supposition would be that the molecule should attract hydrogen ions, thus lowering the acidity of a system and raising the pH.
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What are factors that affect pH?
The level of acidity
How does the pH level affect aquatic species in rivers?
If the pH level is to high or low, it can kill the animals in the river.
How does pH levels affect the environment?
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Does the pH level in shampoo affect your hair?
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How does ionic strenghth affects pH level?
Ionic strength doesn't affect pH
How do the foods you eat affect the pH level of the blood?
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What can affect the speed of the enzyme action?
Temperature and ph level.
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Temperature and impurities
Temperature and can affect enzyme activity?
Ph level, enzyme concentration, substrate concentration etc
Does the amount and type of milk affect the Ph level of coffee?
yes
How does the pH level affect a pool?
pH is the comfort level of the water. The pH level of water ranges from 0-14. 7 being neutral. Too high pH and the chlorine becomes less active, too low pH and the water is acidic. Keep your pH between 7.6-7.8 and you'll be fine.Good luckRobert
What is the pH of nachos?
iph i had nacos .......................................................very spicy............NOT
