The Smell of Durian Explained
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Reactions Science Videos | August 15, 2017
Durian is known as the king of fruits in Southeast Asia, but it’s also banned from many public spaces due to its powerful odor. This week’s Reactions video explains the unique chemistry behind durian, and catches our co-hosts at PBS Digital Studios reacting to this stinky delicacy as they try it for the first time.
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Genetics of Taste and Smell: Poisons and Pleasures
Crucial role of copper in detection of metal-coordinating odorants
On the Bamboo and Durian of Borneo (S27: 1856)
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