Smells

Definition

Smells refer to the perception of odors through our sense of smell. They are detected by specialized receptors in our nose and can trigger various sensory and emotional responses.

Related terms

Odorants: Odorants are specific molecules that produce smells when they come into contact with our olfactory receptors.

Olfactory Bulb: The olfactory bulb is a brain structure that receives signals from the olfactory receptors and plays a crucial role in processing smells.

Pheromones:

Pheromones are chemical substances released by animals, including humans, that elicit social or sexual responses in others. They can also be perceived through the sense of smell.