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why we have tears when we cut onions?​

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Answered by ishitachanda93
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When an onion is cut, certain (lachrymator) compounds are released causing the nerves around the eyes (lacrimal glands) to become irritated. ... This form of sulfuric acid irritates the nerves around the eyes making them tear.

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Answered by Anonymous
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When an onion is cut, certain (lachrymator) compounds are released causing the nerves around the eyes (lacrimal glands) to become irritated. ... When this occurs, "enzyme" works to alter the amino acids into lachrymator compounds. This form of sulfuric acid irritates the nerves around the eyes making them tear.

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