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A gas called mercaptan is added which contains sulfur and has a foul smell. Adding this gas allows people to smell when there is a natural gas leak. If you find this strong smell in your house you should get out and call the Fire Dept. immediately.

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The gas used in homes, such as natural gas, is odorless. However, a distinct smell is added to it to make it easy to detect in case of a leak. This odorant, typically added in the form of mercaptan, gives the gas a strong, unpleasant smell of rotten eggs.

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