Unit 2: (h) Fragrances Flashcards
What is an essential oil?
Essential oils are the concentrated extracts of volatile compounds from plants.
Where are essential oils commonly found?
Food flavourings, perfumes, cosmetics, cleaning products, and solvents.
Are essential oils water soluble?
No.
How are essential oils extracted from plants?
Through steam distillation.
What are some potential health benefits of essential oils?
Alleviates headaches, boosts energy, opens airways.
What are terpenes?
Unsaturated hydrocarbons.
What molecule is found in all terpenes?
Isoprene.
What is the systematic name for isoprene?
2-Methylbuta-1,3-diene.
What is the formula for isoprene?
C5H8
How can you distinguish the amount of isoprene molecules used to make a terpene?
Divide the total number of carbons by 5.
Can terpenes contain other elements?
Yes- Oxygen.
What other type of molecules might terpenes be?
Alcohols, ketones, or aldehydes.
