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  • Industrial volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are known health hazards.
  • Fewer studies address the physiological impacts of biologically produced volatiles.
  • Fungal VOCs, often with distinct odors, are common and ecologically significant.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the ubiquity, diversity, and toxicological significance of fungal VOCs.
  • To explore the ecological roles of fungal VOCs.
  • To highlight the importance of understanding biologically produced volatiles.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific studies on fungal VOCs.
  • Analysis of known functions and impacts of fungal VOCs.
  • Synthesis of information on ecological roles and toxicological significance.

Main Results:

  • Fungal VOCs, such as 1-octen-3-ol, act as semiochemicals and developmental hormones.
  • These compounds are flavor components and indicators of mold presence.
  • Fungal VOCs exhibit antibiotic, defensive, and plant-growth-promoting properties.

Conclusions:

  • Fungal VOCs are widespread and diverse, with significant toxicological and ecological implications.
  • Understanding fungal VOCs is crucial for environmental health and agriculture.
  • Further research is needed to fully elucidate their roles and impacts.