Question

Terpene and caryophyllene are found in:
A.) oil of turpentine
B.) oil of roses
C.) oil of ginger
D.) oil of cloves

Answer 1

Hint: Caryophyllene is the peppery and spicy Terpene which is different from plants. These plants are edible as well. Knowing the properties of Terpene and caryophyllene will give us an idea about what is the source of them.

Step by step answer:
We all know that caryophyllene is a kind of natural bi sesquiterpene that is a constituent of many essential oils, especially clove oil. The clove oil is obtained from the stems and flowers of Syzygium aromaticum (cloves), the essential oil of Cannabis sativa, rosemary and hops.
So we can say that terpene and caryophyllene are found in oil of cloves. The correct answer is Option D.

Additional Information:
Clove oil which ranges in colour from colourless to light yellow have and has a strong spicy aroma. It has been used for centuries in a variety of applications. Clove oil has traditionally been used as an antimicrobial to help kill bacteria, for digestive upset, to relieve respiratory conditions like asthma or cough and as a pain reliever for conditions such as toothache and muscle pain.
Turpentine oil is made from the reason certain pine trees are used as medicine.
Rose oil is essential oil extracted from the petals of various types of rose.
Ginger oil is an essential oil extracted from the rhizome of the ginger plant.

Note: Clove oil is produced by distilling the dried flower buds that are collected from the clove tree, other parts of the trees across the stem and leaves may also be used.