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[[File:Cadinenes.png|thumb|{{PAGENAME}}]]<br>'''Cadinenes''' are a group of related [[hydrocarbon]]s that are part of the [[sesquiterpene]] class of [[chemical compound]]s. They are named after the [[Cadina]] species of plants from which they were first isolated. Cadinenes are found in a variety of plants and are often responsible for the characteristic smell of certain species.

==Chemistry==

Cadinenes are composed of three [[isoprene]] units, making them sesquiterpenes. They have a molecular formula of C15H24. There are several different types of cadinenes, including alpha-cadinenes and beta-cadinenes, which differ in the arrangement of their atoms and the types of [[functional group]]s they contain.

==Biological role==

In plants, cadinenes are often part of the plant's defense system. They can deter herbivores and attract beneficial insects. Some cadinenes have also been found to have antimicrobial properties, making them useful in protecting the plant from disease.

==Uses==

Cadinenes have a variety of uses in industry. They are often used in the production of [[perfume]]s and [[essential oil]]s due to their strong, distinctive smell. Some cadinenes are also used in the production of [[insecticide]]s and [[fungicide]]s.

==Health effects==

While cadinenes are generally considered safe, they can cause allergic reactions in some people. Symptoms can include skin irritation, redness, and swelling. In rare cases, ingestion or inhalation of cadinenes can cause nausea, vomiting, and respiratory distress.

==See also==
* [[Sesquiterpene]]
* [[Hydrocarbon]]
* [[Essential oil]]

==References==

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[[Category:Chemical compounds]]
[[Category:Hydrocarbons]]
[[Category:Sesquiterpenes]]
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