Isolation of Resins: Methods, Principles, and Applications
Resins are naturally occurring, complex, amorphous plant substances that are insoluble in water but generally soluble in organic solvents such as alcohol, chloroform, ether, and acetone. These substances are often viscous, sticky, or brittle, depending on their composition and origin, and they frequently contain essential oils, gums, or other secondary metabolites. Resins have played a…
