Question

What does the word "Petrichor" refer to?

• A. The smell of fresh flowers in spring
• B. The scent of rain on dry soil
• C. The fragrance of blooming plants
• D. The aroma of wet grass

Hint:

The word "Petrichor" comes from Greek words: "petra" (stone) and "ichor" (the fluid that flows in the veins of the gods).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Petrichor is the term used to describe the pleasant, earthy scent produced when rain falls on dry soil or ground. This smell is caused by plant oils and compounds released by bacteria in the soil.