1. Methods for extraction of essential oils: a case study
Authors : Elizabeth Joseph, Hasan Shahid
Pages : 66-68
DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.21172/1.163.10
Keywords : eucalyptus, steam distillation, essential oils, leaching Abstract :Usage and extraction of essential oils is discussed in this paper. Here, the separation of eucalyptus oil from its leaves using steam distillation and leaching is studied. A comparison is made on the basis of the amount of solvent used to extract 100g of essential oil in both the techniques. Steam distillation was found to be economical.
Citing this Journal Article :Elizabeth Joseph, Hasan Shahid, "Methods for extraction of essential oils: a case study", Volume 16 Issue 3 - May 2020, 66-68
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