Question

Which is the method used to extract oil which give fragrance to flowers?

Answer 1

Solvent extraction involves the use of oil-soluble solvents, such as hexane, di-methylene-chloride, and acetone, petroleum ether and supercritical carbon dioxide.

Answer 2

Solvent extraction is another expensive, low-yield method used to extract essential oils from delicate flowers such as Rose, Jasmine, Violet, and Mimosa. Solvent extraction involves the use of oil-soluble solvents, such as hexane, di-methylene-chloride, and acetone, petroleum ether and supercritical carbon dioxide.