The Following Molecule Is Myrcene, Found in Lemongrass Tea

question 27

Multiple Choice

The following molecule is myrcene, found in lemongrass tea. It has an analgesic (pain-relieving) effect, and is likely responsible for the tea's medicinal properties. Choose the correct chemical formula for myrcene.

• A) C₈H₁₂
• B) C₈H₁₄
• C) C₁₀H₁₆
• D) C₁₀H₁₈
• E) C₁₀H₁₄

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