PHCO1403 Fragrances and Perfumery Quiz W11

What is the biggest challenge when creating new cosmetic products?

• Finding the right packaging

• Finding the right fragrance

• Finding the right colour

• Finding the right marketing strategy

Where did the term 'perfume' originate from?

• Middle Ages

• Ancient Rome

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Egypt

Which fragrance became the most iconic perfume of all time in 1921?

• Eau de Cologne

• Nardinum

• Chanel No. 5

• Megaleion

What is the role of fragrances in cosmetic products?

• Enhance product packaging

• Attractiveness and self-esteem

• Improve product shelf life

• Enhance product functionality

How many functioning types of olfactory genes do humans have?

• 400-800

• 1000-1200

• 200-400

• 800-1000

What is the phenomenon where the sense of smell becomes less sensitive to prolonged exposure to an odor?

• Olfactory adaptation

• Olfactory activation

• Olfactory sensitivity

• Olfactory perception

Why do perfumers create new materials?

• To reduce competition

• To meet specific requirements

• To limit the variety of scents

• To increase operational costs

What was the first synthetic fragrance created in 1882?

• Eau de Cologne

• Nardinum

• Fougére Royale

• Chanel No. 5

What is the main advantage of natural raw ingredients in perfumery?

• High cost efficiency

• Consistent quality

• Complex scent profile

• Long shelf-life

Which method of extraction is used when the plant material is too delicate for the distillation process?

• Expression/Cold-Pressed Oils

• Solvent extraction

• Steam distillation

• Dry distillation