Understanding the Scent of Cannabis

Scientists have identified the molecule responsible for cannabis's skunky smell, previously unknown but now linked to volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs). Earlier research focused on terpenes and terpenoids, which give cannabis its diverse aromas. The discovery of VSCs, also found in garlic, hops, and skunk spray, confirms the intuition that cannabis's scent is skunky.

What was the primary focus of cannabis scent research before the recent discovery?

• Flavonoids

• Cannabinoids

• Terpenes and terpenoids

• Volatile sulfur compounds

Which of the following scents is NOT typically associated with cannabis strains due to terpenes?

• Minty

• Woody

• Citrusy

• Floral

What new family of molecules was discovered in cannabis that contributes to its skunk-like smell?

• Terpenes

• Flavonoids

• Volatile sulfur compounds

• Cannabinoids

In addition to cannabis, where else are volatile sulfur compounds found?

• In the smell of fresh bread

• In the flavor of chocolate

• In the aroma of garlic and hops

• In the scent of roses

What common intuition about cannabis scent was confirmed by the discovery of VSCs?

• It resembles a skunk's spray

• It has a minty aroma

• It smells like roses

• It is odorless