Explore the World of Volatile and Essential Oils
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Which term is used to describe the odorous principles found in plant parts?

  • Essential oils
  • Fragrant oils
  • Volatile oils (correct)
  • Ethereal oils

    • Which property causes volatile oils to evaporate when exposed to air?

  • Density
  • Viscosity
  • Solubility
  • Volatility (correct)

    • What do volatile oils represent in plants?

  • Plant pigments
  • Odorous constituents (correct)
  • Plant nutrients
  • Fruit extracts

    • Which term is used to describe the volatile oils that evaporate when exposed to air at ordinary temperatures?

    <p>Ethereal oils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of volatile oils?

    <p>They are responsible for the odor and fragrance of plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the other name for volatile oils that represents the odorous constituents of plants?

    <p>Essential oils</p> Signup and view all the answers

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