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	'''~~Extract~~''' is ~~a term used in [[pharmacology]] to denote~~ a substance made by extracting a part of a raw material, often by using a solvent such as ethanol or water. Extracts ~~may be sold as tinctures~~, ~~capsules~~, ~~powders~~, or ~~in other forms~~.		== Extract ==

			An '''extract''' is a substance made by extracting a part of a raw material, often using a solvent such as ethanol or water. Extracts are used in various industries, including [[food]], [[medicine]], and [[cosmetics]]. They are valued for their concentrated flavors, aromas, or active ingredients.

	== Types of Extracts ==		== Types of Extracts ==

	~~There~~ are ~~several types~~ of ~~extracts~~, including:		=== Herbal Extracts ===
			Herbal extracts are derived from [[plants]] and are used for their medicinal properties. These extracts can be made from various parts of the plant, including leaves, roots, flowers, and seeds. Common methods of extraction include [[maceration]], [[percolation]], and [[distillation]].

			=== Flavor Extracts ===
			[[File:Vanilla_extract.JPG\|Vanilla extract in a bottle\|thumb\|right]]
			Flavor extracts are concentrated solutions used to impart flavor to food and beverages. A well-known example is [[vanilla extract]], which is made by soaking vanilla beans in alcohol. Other popular flavor extracts include almond, lemon, and peppermint.

			=== Essential Oils ===
			Essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts obtained through distillation or cold pressing. They capture the plant's scent and flavor, or "essence." Essential oils are used in [[aromatherapy]], [[perfumery]], and as natural flavorings.

			== Extraction Methods ==

	* '''[[Fluid extract]]s''': These are extracts that have been made with a specific volume of alcohol. They are stronger than other types of extracts.		=== Solvent Extraction ===
	* '''[[Solid extract]]s''': These are extracts that have been dried into a ~~solid form. They can be reconstituted with water or another~~ solvent.		Solvent extraction involves using a liquid solvent to dissolve the desired compounds from the raw material. This method is commonly used for producing herbal extracts and essential oils. The choice of solvent depends on the solubility of the target compounds.
	* '''[[Soft extract]]s''': These are similar to solid extracts~~, but they are not completely dried~~. ~~They have a consistency similar to that~~ of ~~a thick syrup.~~
	* '''[[Tincture]]s''': These are extracts that have been made with alcohol or another solvent~~. They are typically less concentrated than other types~~ of ~~extracts~~.

	== ~~Uses of Extracts~~ ==		=== Steam Distillation ===
			Steam distillation is a method used to extract essential oils from plants. In this process, steam is passed through the plant material, vaporizing the volatile compounds. The vapor is then condensed back into liquid form, separating the essential oil from the water.

	~~Extracts are~~ used ~~in a variety of ways in [[medicine]]~~. ~~They can be used~~ to ~~create [[medications]], [[supplements]]~~, and ~~other products. Some extracts are used for their [[therapeutic]] properties, while others are used for their~~ flavor ~~or aroma~~.		=== Cold Pressing ===
			Cold pressing is a mechanical extraction method used primarily for citrus oils. The process involves pressing the fruit peels to release the oils without the use of heat, preserving the natural aroma and flavor.

	== ~~Extraction Methods~~ ==		== Applications of Extracts ==

	~~There~~ are ~~several methods~~ used to ~~create~~ extracts, ~~including:~~		=== Culinary Uses ===
			Extracts are widely used in cooking and baking to enhance flavors. Vanilla extract, for example, is a staple in many dessert recipes. Other extracts, such as almond and lemon, are used to add distinct flavors to various dishes.

	* '''[[~~Soxhlet~~ extraction]]~~''': This method uses a piece of equipment called a Soxhlet extractor. The material to be extracted is placed~~ in a porous bag or thimble, which is then placed inside the extractor. The extractor is filled with a solvent, which is heated to evaporate, then cooled to condense back into a liquid. This process is repeated several times until all of the desired substance has been extracted.		=== Medicinal Uses ===
	* '''[[~~Percolation~~]]~~''': This method involves passing a solvent through the material to be extracted. The solvent dissolves the desired substance, which can then be collected.~~		[[File:Ghazan._Extraction_pot.JPG\|Traditional extraction pot used in Ghazan\|thumb\|left]]
	* '''[[~~Maceration~~]]~~''': This method involves soaking the material to be extracted~~ in ~~a solvent. The solvent dissolves the desired substance~~, ~~which can then be collected~~.		Herbal extracts are used in [[traditional medicine]] and [[phytotherapy]] for their therapeutic properties. They are available in various forms, including tinctures, capsules, and teas.

	== ~~See Also~~ ==		=== Cosmetic Uses ===
			Extracts are also used in the [[cosmetic industry]] for their beneficial properties. Plant extracts are added to skincare products for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing effects.

	* [[Pharmacognosy]]		== Related Pages ==
	* [[~~Phytotherapy~~]]		* [[Essential oil]]
	* [[Herbalism]]		* [[Herbalism]]
			* [[Distillation]]
			* [[Solvent]]

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	[[Category:Herbalism]]		[[Category:Herbalism]]

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	~~== Extract ==~~
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	~~File:Vanilla_extract.JPG\|Vanilla extract in a bottle~~
	~~File:Ghazan._Extraction_pot.JPG\|Traditional extraction pot used in Ghazan~~
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	~~File:Vanilla_extract.JPG\|Vanilla extract~~
	~~File:Ghazan._Extraction_pot.JPG\|Ghazan extraction pot~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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			== Extract ==
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			File:Vanilla_extract.JPG\|Vanilla extract in a bottle
			File:Ghazan._Extraction_pot.JPG\|Traditional extraction pot used in Ghazan
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'''Extract''' is a term used in [[pharmacology]] to denote a substance made by extracting a part of a raw material, often by using a solvent such as ethanol or water. Extracts may be sold as tinctures, capsules, powders, or in other forms.

== Types of Extracts ==

There are several types of extracts, including:

* '''[[Fluid extract]]s''': These are extracts that have been made with a specific volume of alcohol. They are stronger than other types of extracts.
* '''[[Solid extract]]s''': These are extracts that have been dried into a solid form. They can be reconstituted with water or another solvent.
* '''[[Soft extract]]s''': These are similar to solid extracts, but they are not completely dried. They have a consistency similar to that of a thick syrup.
* '''[[Tincture]]s''': These are extracts that have been made with alcohol or another solvent. They are typically less concentrated than other types of extracts.

== Uses of Extracts ==

Extracts are used in a variety of ways in [[medicine]]. They can be used to create [[medications]], [[supplements]], and other products. Some extracts are used for their [[therapeutic]] properties, while others are used for their flavor or aroma.

== Extraction Methods ==

There are several methods used to create extracts, including:

* '''[[Soxhlet extraction]]''': This method uses a piece of equipment called a Soxhlet extractor. The material to be extracted is placed in a porous bag or thimble, which is then placed inside the extractor. The extractor is filled with a solvent, which is heated to evaporate, then cooled to condense back into a liquid. This process is repeated several times until all of the desired substance has been extracted.
* '''[[Percolation]]''': This method involves passing a solvent through the material to be extracted. The solvent dissolves the desired substance, which can then be collected.
* '''[[Maceration]]''': This method involves soaking the material to be extracted in a solvent. The solvent dissolves the desired substance, which can then be collected.

== See Also ==

* [[Pharmacognosy]]
* [[Phytotherapy]]
* [[Herbalism]]

[[Category:Pharmacology]]
[[Category:Medicine]]
[[Category:Herbalism]]

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