Active Ingredient in Peppers That Makes Them Hot

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from The 70's, Group 340, Puzzle 2 (Charlie Perfume).

Question is: Active Ingredient in Peppers That Makes Them Hot

and the answer is: CAPSAICIN

Word Meaning:

CAPSAICIN — (organic chemistry) A chemical compound found in chilli peppers, which is responsible for their piquancy.

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