58
/ 100
Mixed
The text claims that the sense of smell is heightened in space and that spraying perfume on a spaceship can cause painful sensations.
Infact verdict: Mixed (58/100).
The claim that the sense of smell is heightened in space is supported by reports from astronauts and scientific studies indicating that certain odors are more intense in space conditions. The claim about perfume causing painful sensations is supported by evidence that fragrance molecules can trigger headaches and other reactions, especially in sensitive individuals.
How is this score determined? →Individual claims
63
Mostly True
Science
The sense of smell is heightened in space.
Astronauts have reported a heightened sense of smell in space, supported by scientific studies indicating that odor intensity can be heightened in space conditions. This is corroborated by multiple sources, including a study on sensory science in space.
Fact Check Score
None
Fact Check Weight
0
Web Consensus Score
70
Web Consensus Weight
40
Source Quality Score
70
Source Quality Weight
20
Llm Reasoning Score
60
Llm Reasoning Weight
40
Llm Reasoning Score Raw
60
Weighted Total
63
Evidence Summary
Multiple web sources corroborate heightened smell in space.
53
Mixed
Science
If perfume is sprayed on the ship, it can bring painful sensations.
Perfume can cause painful sensations such as headaches and skin irritation due to chemical reactions and trigeminal nerve activation. This is supported by evidence from multiple sources discussing the effects of perfume on sensitive individuals.
Fact Check Score
None
Fact Check Weight
0
Web Consensus Score
60
Web Consensus Weight
40
Source Quality Score
50
Source Quality Weight
20
Llm Reasoning Score
50
Llm Reasoning Weight
40
Llm Reasoning Score Raw
50
Weighted Total
53
Evidence Summary
Web sources indicate perfume can cause headaches and irritation.
