ots.Audio: BASF Podcast: The Chemical Reporter - Why does chopping onions make us cry?

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When we cut into an onion, we release a chain reaction. So the
onion defends itself with chemical weaponry. This should scare off
the attacker. Ideally it is meant to deter hungry rodents, yet humans
belong to its natural enemies. Our Chemical Reporter explains why
eyes begin to burn when chopping onions. In entertaining weekly
episodes our Chemical Reporter answers questions on Chemistry in our
everyday life.

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BASF is the world's leading chemical company: The Chemical
Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance
products, agricultural products and fine chemicals to crude oil and
natural gas. As a reliable partner to virtually all industries,
BASF's high-value products and intelligent system solutions help its
customers to be more successful. BASF develops new technologies and
uses them to meet the challenges of the future and open up additional
market opportunities. It combines economic success with environmental
protection and social responsibility, thus contributing to a better
future. BASF has approximately 95,000 employees and posted sales of
EUR52.6 billion in 2006. BASF shares are traded on the stock
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