The Science of Phytochemicals & Terpenes
Sadgrove & Jones
Natural Volatiles and Essential Oil Pharmacology
This comprehensive review outlines the chemical diversity of plant volatiles, particularly terpenes and aromatic oils. It discusses volatility, stability under heat, and biological interactions, forming a scientific foundation for understanding herbal vapor chemistry.
Lee et al.
Volatile Compounds in Green Tea
Beyond beverage science, this study illustrates how phytochemicals evaporate from heated leaves and enter surrounding air. Its analytical techniques provide a useful model for evaluating aroma compounds in other botanicals.