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Ever Wondered? Astronauts Report Space Smells Like... Raspberries & Burnt Steak!
Astronauts describe the smell of space, not directly detectable in vacuum but adhering to equipment, as surprisingly akin to a blend of hot metal, burnt steak, welding fumes, or even raspberries.
This unique aroma is attributed to chemical reactions occurring on exposed surfaces in the vacuum of space, particularly involving polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). These complex organic molecules are created in the dying phases of stars and are prevalent throughout the universe. While not a 'smell' one could sniff in the void, the scent provides a fascinating sensory insight into the complex chemistry of the cosmos upon re-entry to a pressurized environment.
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