Contents
Completion requirements
- Methods of obtaining volatile oils, chemistry, their medicinal and commercial uses
- Biosynthesis of some important volatile constituents used as drugs.
- Terpenes or sesquiterpenes: Pinus, Juniper, Cade.
- Alcohols: Coriander, Sandalwood
- Ester: Peppermint, Lavender, Rosemary
- Aldehydes: Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Lemon grass.
- Ketons: Spearmint, Caraway, Dill, Camphor.
- Phenols: Clove, Cinnamon, Ajowan.
- Ethers: Fennel, Nutmeg, Eucalyptus, Anise, Cajuput.
- Peroxides: Chenopodium.
- Others: Mustard, Wintergreen, Bitter almond.