Chemistry of odor stimuli

Experientia. 1986 Mar 15;42(3):271-9. doi: 10.1007/BF01942507.

Abstract

The present state of the molecular basis of olfaction is shown. With the aid of various examples the regioselectivity of odor sensation is proven. The main part of the experimentation concerns the stereocontrolled process of odor release.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Alkenes
  • Animals
  • Camphor
  • Chemical Phenomena
  • Chemistry
  • Chemoreceptor Cells / physiology
  • Humans
  • Isomerism
  • Molecular Conformation
  • Odorants*
  • Pheromones / physiology
  • Smell / physiology*
  • Stimulation, Chemical
  • Structure-Activity Relationship
  • Sweat
  • Urine

Substances

  • Alkenes
  • Pheromones
  • Camphor