what causes the burning sensation in pepper?

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2006-07-17 07:11:35 · 4 answers · asked by Avernell C 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

A chemical called capsaicin. See the link below for more info.

2006-07-17 07:17:11 · answer #1 · answered by Favoured 5 · 5⤊ 0⤋

A chemical called Capsin.

Scientists are experimenting with it's ability to confuse nerve cells and reduce pain/ inflammation.

2006-07-17 14:16:13 · answer #2 · answered by Crystal Violet 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

The seeds

2006-07-17 14:14:23 · answer #3 · answered by The Monnicker 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

capsacin

2006-07-17 18:29:50 · answer #4 · answered by science teacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋