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Old April 18th, 2010, 14:47
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What chemical is responsible for the burning sensation in peppers?
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Old November 15th, 2010, 17:39
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Talking capsaicin
the source of the burn is capsaicin
[CH3]2CHCH=CH[CH2]4CONHCH2C6H3-4[OH]
[they also use it in topical cremes]
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