Limonene

Assemble a molecular structure model of Limonene using Genuine Molymod Components by indigoinstruments.com

D-limonene's insecticidal mechanism is attributed to its disrupting cell membranes and respiratory structures of insects. Limonene penetrates insect cuticles to attack cell membranes which leads to dehydration & loss of essential ions. It is also believed to interfere with insect respiratory enzymes affecting gas exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. It may also be neurotoxic & disrupts neurotransmitter communication between nerve cells causing paralysis and death. Limonene may have use as a natural pesticide on ornamental plants with thick, waxy leaves, such as palms, cycads, and orchids.

A molecular model of Limonene in the Molymod Hybrid Dome style uses the atoms & bonds in the parts list below. Our free 3D Molecular Model Builder shows other styles & allows for image rotation as an assembly guide.