Modeling and optimization of extraction process of eucalyptus essential oil (Eucalyptus globulus)

In this paper we have studied the effect of the moisture from the eucalyptus leaf and the time of extraction on the yield of essential oil and the production cost. We took into account parameters such as steam temperature, pressure extraction, porous bed, steam flow and temperature of condensation....

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Main Authors: Jeancarlos Moreno, Gabriel López, Raúl Siche
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidad Nacional de Trujillo 2010-06-01
Series:Scientia Agropecuaria
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Online Access:http://www.revistas.unitru.edu.pe/index.php/scientiaagrop/article/view/27