MHT CET202012 Oct 2020Morning ShiftChemistryPolymersActual
Which among the following statements about terpenes is NOT true?
Options
- ATerpenes occur in essential oils
- BTerpenes include vitamin A, E and K
- CTerpenes consist of isoprene units
- DTerpenes are saturated hydrocarbons
Correct answer
D. Terpenes are saturated hydrocarbons
Step-by-step solution
Terpenes are hydrocarbons that are classified by the number of isoprene units (C5H8), with the most common being mono-, sesqui-, and di-terpenes (C10, C15, and C20, respectively). Terpenes are highly aromatic compounds that determine the smell of many plants and herbs, such as rosemary and lavender, as well as some animals. Manufacturers use isolated terpenes to create the flavors and scents of many everyday products, such as perfumes, body products, and even foods. The side chains of Vitamin A, E, K, squalene (uns