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    • Metabolomics is increasingly utilized to investigate the chemical compounds responsible for sensory perception in food.
    • Understanding the chemical basis of flavor is crucial for food development and quality control.

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    • The study explores how advancements in metabolomics are providing novel insights into flavor chemistry.
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