Chapter 17, Problem 37A

If no molecules in a body could escape, would the body have any odor?

To determine

To identify: Whether the body has any odor or not.

Answer to Problem 37A

No, it won’t.

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

Odor is experienced when any molecules are inhaled by the nose.

When no molecules eject in a body then no molecule or element of that particular body mix with the air in the atmosphere and inhaled by the nose. Thus, until any molecule ejects from a body, no odor would be experienced.

Conclusion:

Thus, until any molecule ejects from a body, no odor would be experienced.