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