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terpene Definition


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terpene
noun
    1. chem.
      Any of three classes of unsaturated hydrocarbons, based on the isoprene (formula C5H8) unit, that are present in plant resins and also form the main constituents of essential oils such as rose and jasmine oil.
Etymology: 19c: from terpentin, an obsolete form of turpentine.



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