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Explain why sheets smell better after being dried in the sun.

Explain why sheets smell better after being dried in the sun.

The sun has an effective action against a large number of microorganisms present on fabrics. When sheets dry in the sun, the ultraviolet (UV) rays...

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Explain why orange peels leave a lingering scent on your fingers?

Explain why orange peels leave a lingering scent on your fingers?

Orange peel mainly contains essential oils, responsible for their typical scent. One of the main compounds is limonene, a highly fragrant molecule that accounts for...

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