A journey through the science of smell
by
Paolo Pelosi
Language: English
Release Date: March 24, 2016
In humans, the perception of odours adds a fourth dimension to life, from the scent of flowers, the aroma of foods, and all the subtle smells in the environment. But how many types of odours can we distinguish? Why do we like the food we like? Which are the most powerful odorants, and how well does...