Definition of Menthene. Meaning of Menthene. Synonyms of Menthene

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Definition of Menthene

Menthene
Menthene Men"thene, n. [Menthol + terpene.] (Chem.) A colorless liquid hydrocarbon resembling oil of turpentine, obtained by dehydrating menthol. It has an agreeable odor and a cooling taste.

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- Hener U.; Mosandl A. (1994). "Stereoisomeric flavor compounds. LXX: 1-p-menthene-8-thiol: separation and sensory evaluation of the enantiomers by enantioselective...
- and break open the ring. Menthol is easily dehydrated to give mainly 3-menthene, by the action of 2% sulfuric acid. Phosphorus pentachloride (PCl5) gives...
- dihydrate, chromyl chloride, ****ene, benzyl chloride, benzyl bromide, and menthene. In 1847 he was decorated with the cross of the Legion of Honour. List...