Cinnamon oil is known to be highly antifungal, antimicrobial, and antiseptic. Which of the following group of active constituents is found in cinnamon and thought to be responsible for these actions.

a. aldehydes
b. ketones
c. phenols
d. oxides


Answer: a. aldehydes

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