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thujonenoun
Either of two isomers of a bicyclic monoterpenoid ketone found in several aromatic plants
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Thujone
Thujone ( (listen)) is a ketone and a monoterpene that occurs predominantly in two diastereomeric (epimeric) forms: (−)-α-thujone and (+)-β-thujone.Though it is best known as a chemical compound in the spirit absinthe, it is unlikely to be responsible for absinthe's alleged stimulant and psychoactive effects due to the small quantities present. Thujone acts on the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) as an antagonist (opposite to the effects of alcohol). As a competitive antagonist of GABA, thujone alone is considered to be convulsant, though by interfering with the inhibitory transmitter GABA, it may convey stimulating, mood-elevating effects at low doses. It is also used in perfumery as a component of several essential oils. In addition to the naturally occurring (−)-α-thujone and (+)-β-thujone, two other forms are possible: (+)-α-thujone and (−)-β-thujone. In 2016, they were found in nature as well, in Salvia officinalis.
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Thujone
Thujone is a ketone and a monoterpene that occurs naturally in two diastereomeric forms:-α-thujone and-β-thujone. It has a menthol odor. Even though it is best known as a chemical compound in the spirit absinthe, recent studies reveal that absinthe contains only small quantities of thujone, and therefore it is unlikely that thujone is responsible for absinthe's alleged psychedelic effects. Thujone acts on GABA and 5-HT3 receptors in the brain. In many countries the amount of thujone allowed in food or drink products is regulated. In addition to the naturally occurring-α-thujone and-β-thujone, there are two other enantiomeric forms possible;-α-thujone and-β-thujone: ⁕ -α-thujone ⁕ -α-thujone ⁕ -β-thujone ⁕ -β-thujone
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of thujone in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of thujone in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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