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Empirical formula: C10H16
a: 17.270 Å
b: 12.565 Å
c: 14.353 Å
α (alpha): 90.00 °
β (beta): 109.49 °
γ (gamma): 90.00 °
Volume: 2936.10 Å3
Space group: C2
Calculated density: 0.154 g/cm3
Color: colorless
Z: 2
Formula weight: 136.237 g/mole
R(F): 0.0580
CSD refcode: HAYZAI
Short description: Limonene is one of the components in the fragrance of Lemons.
Keyword: mono-terpene
Keyword: fragrance
CAS registry number: 138-86-3
Common name: Limonene
Citation of a publication: Reference: J. Chem. Soc., Perkin Trans. 2 (1993) p2359 Authors: F. Toda, K. Tanaka, Z. Stein, I. Goldberg
Layman's explanation: Limonene is a clear aromatic compound called a mono-terpene and is the major constituent of citrus peel oils (90-95%) and other ethereal oils. This molecule is found in many plants as a component to its fragrance, having a pine-like smell. Limonene is used in many products such as floor wax, polishes, and as a fragrance agent. This compound may be effective in preventing some types of cancer.
IUPAC name: rac-Limonene
Lab name: Common molecules
Sample provider: Obtained courtesy of the Cambridge Structural Database
Status: Complete, visible to public
Repository Files:
50607.cif 50607.crt 50607.GIF 50607.ort 50607.pdb
50607.sdt 50607.tab

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