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Scientists Identify Chemical 'ID Card' in Cat Urine

Researchers have found that cat urine contains a durable chemical signature made of 13 unusual fatty acids, potentially used for scent-based recognition across the cat family. The compounds may also be linked to mysterious fat droplets in feline kidneys.

Scientists discover a hidden “ID card” in cat urine
Scientists Identify Chemical 'ID Card' in Cat Urine
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Researchers have found that cat urine contains a durable chemical signature made of 13 unusual fatty acids, potentially used for scent-based recognition across the cat family. The compounds may also be linked to mysterious fat droplets in feline kidneys.