(+)-Limonene

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 176^oC

Molecular Weight: 136.24

Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₆

IUPAC Name: 4-Isopropeny-1-methyl-cyclohexene

Basic Description

(+)-Limonene is a monoterpene, which has a pleasant fragrance (of lemons) which finds its way into many applications, such as washing up liquid, perfumes, and many other citrus based products.

One of the more common chemicals one will encounter.

Online Resources regarding this chemical.

http://www.floridachemical.com/datasheets/dlimone.html (Information on Limonene)

http://www.positivehealth.com/permit/Articles/Cancer/brud53.htm (Limonene as a Cancer Preventing substance)

Found in:

Rosemarinus officinalis,