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What Actually Causes the Smell of Metals?

Every time you pick up coins or touch a metal railing, you might notice that sharp, metallic scent on your fingers. But what if we told you that metals don’t actually have a smell? In this episode of History of Simple Things, we’re diving deep into the strange, invisible chemical reactions between metals and your skin—and how you're unknowingly creating that “metallic” odor yourself. From iron and copper to the science behind blood-like smells and evolutionary cues, this episode is packed with surprising facts you’ve probably never thought about… until now. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment telling us what everyday mystery you want us to explore next! ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro: Do metals really smell? 0:47 - Why pure metals have no odor 1:44 - Iron and skin: the real reaction 3:03 - The blood-like smell connection 4:03 - Copper, zinc, and coin alloys 5:05 - The illusion of “metal smell” 5:55 - Why our noses detect it so fast 6:47 - Conlusion: You’re part of the reaction #WhyMetalsSmell #MetallicSmellExplained #ScienceOfSmell #EverydayScience #ChemicalReactions #CoinSmell #SkinAndMetal #HistoryOfSimpleThings #SmellOfIron #MetalChemistry #FunScienceFacts #WhyDoCoinsSmell #SmellOfBlood #YouSmellMetal #MetalAndSweatReaction