Scientists use most of their senses to conduct observations, a critical step in conducting research, and one of those senses is SMELL. We might not think of nature as being smelly, but we get so many of our everyday smells from nature. From the scents in our perfumes, deodorants, or candles to bringing nature into our homes to change the smell (think flowers or pine branches during the holidays) to our cleaning products, nature provides an abundance of smells.
Listen to: Observing Nature Through SMELL
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In this podcast, you’ll learn about the different smells in nature and be prompted to step outside and start observing the natural world, focusing on your sense of smell to discover things you’ve never noticed before. Go on a “Smelling Safari” and see how many different scents your nose can pick up!
In addition to the good smells of nature, there are also many that aren’t so good. Discover interesting plants like the corpse plant and skunk cabbage, and why these plants have stinky smells to begin with. Explore how animals use scents for communication.
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