The characteristic odour of garlic is due to:
✓ Correct answer: b) a sulphur compound
ExplanationThe distinctive pungent odour of garlic is due to sulphur-containing compounds, mainly allicin.These compounds are formed when alliin is converted by the enzyme alliinase during chopping or crushing.359
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