+The **Scoville Scale** quantifies the pungency, or 'heat,' of [chili peppers](/wiki/chili_pepper) and other substances. It measures the concentration of [capsaicin](/wiki/capsaicin), the chemical compound responsible for the burning sensation.
+## See also
+- [Heat Unit](/wiki/heat_unit)
+- [Spice](/wiki/spice)
+- [Taste](/wiki/taste)
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