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Why does poop stink?


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The reason poop stinks is because it's a result of the products of bacterial action.

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Poop stinks as a result of the products of bacterial action. Bacteria produce smelly, sulfur- or nitrogen-rich organic compounds such as indole, skatole, and mercaptans, and the inorganic gas hydrogen sulfide. ChaCha on!

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Poop stinks as a result of bacteria. Bacteria produce smelly, sulfur- or nitrogen-rich organic compounds and hydrogen sulfide.

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It seems to be because of the bacteria! Thanks for using cha cha

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