Hello, I was wondering what are other methods to perform a limonene extractions from orange peels and...

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I was wondering what are other methods to perform a limoneneextractions from orange peels and mint leaves rather than the steamand soxhlet extractions? thank you

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Limonene is a highboiling liquid which decomposes under the high heat needed to bring it to a boil So steam distillation is a much gentler way to obtain it Other methods of extractions are 1 Cold pressing This method is used to obtain citrus fruits oils    See Answer
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