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This causes male armpits to give off a rancid/cheese-like smell, whereas female armpits give off a more fruity/onion-like smell. [8] Staphylococcus hominis is also known for producing thioalcohol compounds that contribute to odors. [9] These smaller molecules smell, and give body odor its characteristic aroma. [10]
Butyric acid (/ ˈ b j uː t ɪ r ɪ k /; from Ancient Greek: βούτῡρον, meaning "butter"), also known under the systematic name butanoic acid, is a straight-chain alkyl carboxylic acid with the chemical formula CH 3 CH 2 CH 2 COOH. It is an oily, colorless liquid with an unpleasant odor.
Body odor encompasses axillary (underarm) odor and foot odor. [1] It is caused by a combination of sweat gland secretions and normal skin microflora. [1] In addition, androstane steroids and the ABCC11 transporter are essential for most axillary odor. [1] [2] Body odor is a complex phenomenon, with numerous compounds and catalysts involved in ...
These patients typically have dysmorphic characteristics such as a small triangular face, low-set ears, a long philtrum, and microcephaly. Individuals may exhibit a wide range of phenotypes, from mild episodes of vomiting accompanied by normal brain and cognitive development to severe mental impairment , delayed motor development, and early death.
Cats, as well as dogs with erect ears that have control over ear direction, may be seen with one or both ear pinnas held at an odd or flattened angle. The most common lesion associated with ear mites is an open or crusted ("scabbed") skin wound at the back or base of the ear, caused by abrasion of the skin by hind limb claws, as the ear has ...
Smelly socks are socks that have acquired a foul odor due to prolonged wearing on feet. Their odor, which is complex and remains the object of study, is a mixture of ammonia, fatty acids (in particular, isovaleric acid), [1] and lactic acid. [2] Odorous socks are a strong attractant for some animals, including dogs and mosquitos.
n-Butyl lactate reacts with strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizers.It is also flammable. Exposure to dangerous amounts can occur through inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, or eye contact and causes irritation of the affected area, drowsiness, headache, central nervous system depression, nausea, and vomiting. [1]
Companion animals: Dogs and cats are restricted to 5 ppm and of grains and grain byproducts and the grains are not to exceed 40% percent of the diet. Livestock and farm animals: In animals and livestock, vomitoxin causes a refusal to feed and lack of weight gain when fed above advised levels.