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Why do some flowers smell like rotting meat?
Some flowers, like the corpse flower, emit a scent similar to rotting meat to attract insects like beetles and flies for pollination. These insects are attracted to the smell and help transfer pollen between flowers, aiding in the plant's reproduction.
Why are flies attracted to vinegar?
Flies are attracted to vinegar because it emits a sour smell that mimics the odor of rotting fruit, which is a common food source for flies. The strong scent of vinegar can also overpower other competing odors, making it easier for flies to detect and locate.
Which of these activates an olfactory receptor and causes the transmission of information about a smell?
An odorant molecule binds to the olfactory receptor, which triggers a signaling cascade leading to the transmission of information about the smell to the brain.
What is rotting vegetation?
Rotting vegetation refers to plant material that has begun to decay and break down over time. This process is part of natural decomposition, where microorganisms like bacteria and fungi break down the organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil. Rotting vegetation contributes to the nutrient cycle in ecosystems.
What is a Stapelia plant?
Stapelia is a genus of succulent plants known for their unique star-shaped flowers that often emit a foul smell to attract pollinators. They are relatively low-maintenance and are popular among collectors for their interesting appearance. Despite their smell, they make a fascinating addition to a succulent collection.
What chemical makes rotting eggs smell bad?
the rotting
What is the compound that causes the rotten egg smell?
The gas that's emitted from rotting eggs is hydrogen sulphide. this is what gives both eggs and cars fitted with catalytic converters the smell
What three things did people use to stop the smell of rotting meat in Shakespeare's time?
cheeses, apples and strands of hair
What do wetlands smell like?
rotting eggs
What was the smell of feet in the trenches in World War 1 like?
It smelt like rotting skin and skiny sweat and other nasty things.
Can the smell of rotting potatoes be fatal?
The smell of rotting potatoes is not fatal, but inhaling certain gases released by rotting potatoes, such as hydrogen sulfide, can be harmful in high concentrations. It is important to avoid prolonged exposure to these gases in enclosed spaces.
How do insects appear on spoiled vegetables?
Insects have a very keen sense of smell. For them it is easier to smell rotting things than a good smelling flower. In one of the programs in discovery channel a few years ago the host of the program showed that vibrant coloured butterflies are atracted to a mixture of dung, urine and many rotting materials. Though butterflies suck nectar from flowers the most strikingly beautiful butterflies are attracted to the most rotting things around
What would be good evidence that something was rotting in the trash?
The smell.
Did Hurricane Katrina have any smell?
The storm itself was just humid, not really a smell. BUT the smell returning home was the worst smell I have ever smelt it was the smell of rotting meat, trash, rotting seafood, and much more. The refrigerators sat in front every house as the rotting food continued to sit in it. The smell was unbearable.
Why do titan arum have a rotting smell?
they have a rotting smell because the rotting smell makes insects come to eat. I'm not sure about this but i think they eat the insects when they approach the plant or something, try searching on Google or bing. :D
Does the smell of brimstone mean there is a spirit in you house?
No, not necessarily. Brimstone (sulfur) is abundant on earth and there are numerous things that can cause the smell including rotting eggs and car batteries. Don't immediately assume its anything supernatural.
What is a sentence using the word fetid?
From the bottom of the cupboard there came the fetid smell of rotting meat.
