A Closer Look At The Compounds And Molecules Involved In Giving Cannabis Its Unique Scent
A team of chemists at terpene distributor Abstrax Tech has conducted an extensive study of the molecules that are likely involved in giving cannabis its unique smell. In their study, published in ACS Omega, the group used a variety of tests to look for and identify the molecules that give cannabis its unique scent.
Marijuana, or cannabis, is known for its unique and interesting effects on the human brain—and for its unique scent. Some have described it as “skunky.” Prior research and anecdotal evidence have also shown that different cannabis plants can give off different aromas, leading some to give them descriptive names. Prior research has also suggested that thiols, types of volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs), are mainly responsible for giving cannabis its unique smell.
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