Chem. [f. as prec. + -ENE.] (Sec quots.)
1852. W. Gregory, Handbk. Org. Chem., 237. Valerene is obtained as one of the products of the action of zinc on iodide of amyle.
1863. Watts, Dict. Chem., I. 626. Borneene. Valerene. C10H16.A liquid hydrocarbon, isomeric with oil of turpentine.