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A pheromone (from Ancient Greek φέρω (phérō) 'to bear' and hormone) is a secreted or excreted chemical factor that triggers a social response in members of the same species. Pheromones are chemicals capable of acting like hormones outside the body of the secreting individual, to affect the behavior of the receiving individuals. [1]
The bergamotenes are pheromones for some insects. For example, β-trans-bergamotene is a pheromone for the wasp Melittobia digitata. [3]Plants can defend themselves against attack by herbivorous insects by producing pheromones such as bergamotenes that attract predators of those herbivores.
Sometimes biosynthesis of the pheromone occurs only when biochemical precursors in the form of certain alkaloids have been ingested from food plants. In this case, the sex pheromone simultaneously signals the presence of food sources. [47] The uptake of pheromone precursors from plants is also known for certain species of orchid bees and ...
Worthy plays up your body’s natural pheromones, and basically smells like a hug in a bottle. Its notes of white tea, red rose, and dry musk are best worn on hydrated skin for added longevity.
When a beekeeper lifts out frames from a hive they disturb the balance of smells within the hive. It can take up to 48 hours for the colony to re-establish its scent equilibrium. A synthetically produced Nasonov pheromone can be used to attract a honey bee swarm to an unoccupied hive or a swarm-catching box.
Ahead, find our picks for the best pheromone colognes and scents—whether they contain the actual chemicals or otherwise. No matter what cologne you choose to wear, your unique natural chemistry ...
Verbenone is a natural organic compound classified as a terpene that is found naturally in a variety of plants. The chemical has a pleasant characteristic odor. Besides being a natural constituent of plants, it and its analogs are insect pheromones.
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