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Nature's Chemistry: Fragrances Flashcards

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What are essential oils?

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Concentrated extracts of the aroma compounds found in plants

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What properties do essential oils have?

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Insoluble in water and have many uses

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Terpenes are what?

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Examples of compounds found in essential oils

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Terpenes are compounds based on what?

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Isoprene

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What is the systematic name of isoprene?

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2-methylbuta-1,3-diene

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Oxidation of terpenes produces what?

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Compounds that contribute to the flavour and aroma of spices derived from plants

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