Rotten Potato Smell: Causes, Risks & Prevention
The distinct and unpleasant smell of rotten potatoes indicates the presence of decay, with the compounds responsible for the smell being similar to those found in other decaying organic matter. Solanum tuberosum (potato) undergoes decomposition and emits volatile organic compounds that is caused by Pectobacterium, a bacterium that thrives in moist environments and accelerates the … Read more