P-Menthane

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'''''p''-Menthane''' is a hydrocarbon with the formula (CH₃)₂CHC₆H₁₀CH₃. It is the product of the hydrogenation or hydrogenolysis of various terpenoids, including ''p''-cymene, terpinolenes, phellandrene, and limonene. It is a colorless liquid with a fragrant fennel-like odor. It occurs naturally, especially in exudates of ''Eucalyptus'' fruits. The compound is generally encountered as a mixture of the ''cis'' and ''trans'' isomers, which have very similar properties

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