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terpene

/ˈtɜː.piːn/

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noun

/ˈtɜː.piːn/C1formalscientific
  • ruНенасыщенный углеводород, получаемый из растений, часто отвечающий за их характерные ароматы и вкусы.

An unsaturated hydrocarbon obtained from plants, often responsible for their characteristic aromas and flavors.

  1. Plant hydrocarbonC1formalscientific

    An unsaturated hydrocarbon compound found in many plants, responsible for their characteristic aromas and flavors.

    ruРастительный углеводород

    • The essential oil contains several different terpenes.
    • Terpenes are the primary components of resin and turpentine.
    • Many plants produce terpenes to attract pollinators or repel pests.
Forms
  • terpenes plural form
  • terpenes' possessive plural form
  • terpene's possessive singular form