reukloos

Reukloos is a Dutch adjective meaning odorless or without detectable smell. It is used to describe substances, gases, or consumer products that do not emit a noticeable odor under normal conditions. The term appears in scientific writing, labeling, and quality control, where odor can influence handling, safety, or user experience.

Etymology and related terms: It comes from reuk, meaning smell, and loos, meaning without. It is cognate with the English "odorless" and the German "geruchlos."

Usage notes: Odor detection depends on concentration and the observer's sensitivity. A product labeled reukloos may still contain trace odor-causing compounds that are undetectable to the average person, or may develop odor under certain conditions, such as aging or exposure to heat. In regulatory contexts, odor thresholds and olfactometry are used to assess whether a substance can be considered odorless.

See also

- Odorless

- Olfactometry

- Odor threshold

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