menthene

menthene
/men"theen/, n. Chem.
1. any of several isomeric, monocyclic terpenes having the formula C10H18.
2. a colorless, liquid terpene, C10H18, found in certain essential oils and prepared from menthol.
[1830-40; < NL Menth(a) (see MINT1) + -ENE]

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