Abstract
This paper provides a summary review
of the major biological features concerning the essential oil of turpentine, its origin
and use in traditional and modern medicine. More precisely, the safety of this volatile fraction to human health, and the
medical, biological and environmental effects of the two major compounds of this fraction (α- and β-pinenes) have been
discussed.
Turpentine-PDF.pdf (Tamaño: 660.76 KB / Descargas: 17)
This paper provides a summary review
of the major biological features concerning the essential oil of turpentine, its origin
and use in traditional and modern medicine. More precisely, the safety of this volatile fraction to human health, and the
medical, biological and environmental effects of the two major compounds of this fraction (α- and β-pinenes) have been
discussed.
Turpentine-PDF.pdf (Tamaño: 660.76 KB / Descargas: 17)