Kuonaaine
Kuonaaine is a Finnish term that denotes substances produced during decay and putrefaction. It is not a single chemical but a category of compounds associated with the breakdown of organic matter. The word combines kuona, meaning rot or decay, with aine, meaning substance.
In science, kuonaaine refers to the suite of volatile and semi-volatile compounds released as tissues or other
In forensic and ecological contexts, kuonaaine signatures are studied to understand decomposition processes, locate buried remains,
In cultural usage, kuonaaine may appear in literature and journalism as a metaphor for corruption, decay of
See also: putrescine, cadaverine, skatole, indole, hydrogen sulfide, decomposition, forensics.