Molecule with the structural formula
CH3
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C- C = CH2
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H2C HIsoprene
Why would a vitamin be more water soluble?
It contains more polar bonds
What is the difference between a terpene and a terpenoid?
A terpenoid as other functional groups added e.g oxygen
How do you obtain a wider range of aromas from a terpene?
You oxidise the terpene
Where are terpenes found?
In essential oils
A volatile hydrocarbon, which are insoluble in water due to being covalent.
Terpene