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Terpene

    [ Terpine ]

    A class of aromatic organic hydrocarbons found in nearly every living creature and abundant in the essential oils of plants and flowers. They are similar to terpenoids, which differ by their additional functional groups.

    There is considerable interest in the medicinal and protective function of terpenes in addition to its extensive use as a flavour and aroma additive in foods. Vitamin A is a terpene.

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