107 - The Smell of the Rain
The Curious Clinicians
The Science Behind Petrichor: Nature's Olfactory Signal
This chapter explores the phenomenon of petrichor, the unique scent of rain, and its biological significance. It examines how the compounds geosmin and MIB influence human perception, revealing an evolutionary connection to the search for water and fertile land.
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