Sesquiterpene Definition

noun

(chemistry) Any terpene formed from three isoprene units, and having fifteen carbon atoms; includes several plant pigments such as the flavones.

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Other Word Forms of Sesquiterpene

Noun

Singular:
sesquiterpene
Plural:
sesquiterpenes

Origin of Sesquiterpene

  • sesqui- (“one and a half”) +‎ terpene; by comparison with a monoterpene, which has two isoprene units.

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Sesquiterpene Sentence Examples

  • These findings suggest that the allergens of Liriodendron may be sesquiterpene lactones.

  • Potentially allergenic sesquiterpene lactones have been isolated from this species.

  • Partially characterized the sesquiterpene cyclase of potato tubers treated with arachidonic acid.

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