When it detects smoke, the alarm emits a compound called allyl isothiocyanate, which is responsible for the pungent taste and smell of stinky foods like mustard, horseradish and wasabi.

这种报警器在检测到烟雾时，喷放出一种称为异硫氰酸烯丙酯的化合物，这种化合物是发恶臭的食物如芥菜、山葵和芥末酱的辛辣味道和气味的原由。

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Eugenol (4-allyl-2-methoxyphenol) is a fragrant compound that is commonly contained in various sorts of plants, especially in spices and medicinal herbs.

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