Monday, April 8, 2013

Myth: Manure Piles Smell Stronger Just Before It Rains

Myth: Ditches and manure piles have a more potent smell just before it rains.
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Answer: Yes, they do in fact!

The Science: Believe it or not, a foul smell in the air can be an inkling of whether precipitation is in the near future or not. Does it smell like compost? Or does a manure pile smell more than it usually does? When a storm system is approaching, plants will release their waste which can make it smell like compost. Swamps will also release gasses, in loom of an approaching storm, which can lead to unpleasant smells. Plants, swamps, and manure piles do this because of the pressure drop from the approaching storm.


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