Astronomers detected ethyl formate—the chemical compound giving raspberries their aroma—inside a vast dust cloud near the Milky Way's center.
Using radio telescopes aimed at the Sagittarius B2 nebula, researchers identified ethyl formate among dozens of organic molecules formed in deep space chemistry.
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Quick Guess: Ethyl formate, found in the Sagittarius B2 space cloud, is famously responsible for which flavor?
Verified Answer: Raspberry
Quiz Question: Ethyl formate, found in the Sagittarius B2 space cloud, is famously responsible for which flavor?
Correct Answer: Raspberry
Ethyl formate is a primary ester behind the scent and flavor of raspberries.
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