Examples of monoterpenes and monoterpenoids include geraniol, terpineol (present in lilacs), limonene (present in citrus fruits), myrcene (present in hops), linalool (present in lavender) or pinene (present in pine trees). Iridoids derive from monoterpenes. Sesquiterpenes consist of three isoprene units and have the molecular formula C 15 H 24.
Due to geography, Mesopotamia and Egypt had different farming methods, weathers, environment, and flooding seasons. In fact, Egyptâs great farming system led them to have better conditions to farm than Mesopotamia because of flooding, the rivers and irrigation and the farming tools that they used.... [tags: Mesopotamia, World History, Agriculture]
The ancient Egyptians used the Nile River as it played a big role on the civilization, history and life of Egypt.The Nile River is known for producing soil that is extremely fertile and this makes it easy for the cities in ancient Egypt to grow crops. Most of Egypt has desert land that is dry.he Nile River is not only a good source of irrigation for crops, but it is also a great source for drinking. The Nile River also waters the payrus reeds that are used for such things as building materials and paper. The Egyptians are very thankful to have the Nile River as they always have been.