Multiple choice

Terpenes are derived biosynthetically from units of isoprene having molecular formula C5H8. Which of the following consists of a single isoprene unit?

  1. Hemiterpenes

  2. Monoterpenes

  3. Sesquiterpenes

  4. Diterpenes

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Explanation

Hemiterpenes consist of a single isoprene unit. Isoprene itself is considered the only hemiterpene, but oxygen-containing derivatives such as prenol and isovaleric acid are hemiterpenoids.