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Essential Oils: Historical Significance, Chemical Composition & Medicinal Uses

Organic Chemistry

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Explore the rich history and scientific foundation of essential oils in this comprehensive chemistry research text. From ancient China, India and the Middle East to modern applications, this book traces how civilisations have utilised herbs and oils in cooking, cosmetics, medicine and religious rituals for thousands of years. Discover the complex chemical composition of essential oils, understanding how these lipophilic and volatile substances originate from plant secondary metabolism. Learn how terpene derivatives and biologically active compounds function in nature to defend plants against microorganisms and predators whilst attracting pollinators. This Nova Science Publishers volume bridges historical practices with contemporary organic chemistry, offering researchers, students and practitioners detailed insights into the medicinal benefits and chemical mechanisms that make essential oils significant in both traditional and modern applications.

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Comprehensive coverage of essential oils from ancient civilisations through modern chemistry research and applications.

Detailed exploration of chemical composition focusing on terpene compounds and biologically active volatile substances.

Historical analysis of essential oil use across China, India and the Middle East in medicine, cosmetics and cooking.

Scientific examination of plant secondary metabolism and the ecological functions of essential oils in nature.

Published by Nova Science Publishers, Inc. as part of Chemistry Research and Applications series.

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Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1634843517
Category: Books > Subjects > Science, Nature & Maths > Chemistry > Organic Chemistry
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 February 2016
Listed Since: 03 December 2015

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