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What chemical compound is responsible for the rotten egg smell that is
typical of seal farts?
Hydrogen disulphide
Hydrogen monoxide
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen chloride

User HKTonyLee
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Answer:

Hydrogen monoxide

Step-by-step explanation:

It is very toxic to smell in farts

User Jerode
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Answer:

Hydrogen disulfide

Step-by-step explanation:

Hydrogen disulfide , which is responsible for the rotten-egg scent, is toxic rather than simply smelly, if inhaled at concentrations above 700 parts per million.

It can be present at very low concentrations well below those considered to induce health effects. The scent of sulfide hydrogen does not affect your well-being.

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