diterpene
|di-ter-pene|
C2
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/daɪˈtɜːrpiːn/
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/daɪˈtɜːpiːn/
two terpene units
Etymology
Etymology Information
'diterpene' originates from the International Scientific Vocabulary, combining 'di-' meaning 'two' and 'terpene,' referring to a class of hydrocarbons.
Historical Evolution
'diterpene' was formed by combining the prefix 'di-' with 'terpene' to describe a specific type of terpene with two terpene units.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any compound with two terpene units, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of terpene consisting of four isoprene units and having the molecular formula C20H32.
Diterpenes are found in many essential oils and resins.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/03 19:01