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        "text": "Mold produces microbial volatile organic compounds (MVOCs) as it grows and breaks down organic materials. These MVOCs are airborne chemicals that often have a strong, unpleasant, earthy, or musty odor. The intensity of the smell can vary depending on the type of mold, the materials it's growing on, and the level of humidity in the area. A persistent musty smell is a key indicator of hidden mold growth, even if you can't visually see it.",
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        "description": "Mold produces microbial volatile organic compounds (MVOCs) that create a distinctive musty odor as it grows."
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  "description": "Mold produces microbial volatile organic compounds (MVOCs) that create a distinctive musty odor as it grows."
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