Geosmin
Chemical compound
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Geosmin is an irregular sesquiterpenoid, produced from the universal sesquiterpene precursor farnesyl pyrophosphate, in a two-step Mg²⁺-dependent reaction. Wikipedia
Formula: C12H22O
Boiling point: 518°F (270°C)
Molar mass: 182.3 g/mol
3D model (JSmol): Interactive image
ECHA InfoCard: 100.039.294
Flash point: 104 °C (219 °F; 377 K)
PubChem CID: 29746