terpene

Definition / meaning of terpene

A type of strong-smelling chemical substance found in some plants, especially trees that have cones. Terpenes are found in essential oils (scented liquid taken from plants).

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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