What Are Terpenes?

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Terpenes are aromatic compounds that determine the smell of many plants and herbs. Examples include cannabis, cloves, lavender, fresh orange peel, pine, and sage. In their natural element, terpenes provide plants with protection from animals as well as from infectious germs. They also attract pollinators in some plants. New research also suggests that terpenes may…

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