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If you thought growing a houseplant could purify the air, you're wrong!
Filling your house with plants may make you happier, but it will not help you breathe any cleaner unless you have to grow an extremely large number of plants.
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Why do new electronics smell strange when opening boxes?
The article will explain why there is a characteristic strange smell on electronic devices, cars or furniture and is it toxic to our health?
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The reason dog hair smells bad when it comes to water
Volatile organic compounds released by microorganisms are the main cause of bad smell of dog hair, especially when it comes to water.
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Discover compounds that make old books smell good
Volatile organic compounds are released when the decomposing paper blends together to create the characteristic aroma of the old book.
Medicine - Health
Sucking cushions can make children poisoned
Children may inadvertently be exposed to large amounts of harmful chemicals emanating from the foam mattress used to sleep, according to a new study.
