Formula C15H24 ChemSpider 8031495 Molar mass 204.36 g·mol−1 | Boiling point 123 °C Pubchem 9855795 | |
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Valencene meaning
Valencene is a sesquiterpene that is an aroma component of citrus fruit and citrus-derived odorants. It is obtained inexpensively from Valencia oranges. Valencene is biosynthesized from farnesyl pyrophosphate (FPP) by the CVS enzyme.
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It is a precursor to nootkatone, the main contributor to the aroma and flavor of grapefruit.
How to pronounce valencene
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