Question

The pungent smell of garlic is due to
1. A fluorine compound
2. Carbolic acid
3. Acetic acid
4. A sulfur compound

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : A sulfur compound

The correct answer is A sulfur compound.

• The pungent smell of garlic is due to the presence of sulfide compound i.e allyl methyl sulfide.
• Garlic is useful for treating many diseases like blood pressure, heart problems, lower cholesterol, etc.