Two naturally occurring lactones are shown. For each compound, determine
(a) Whether the compound is a terpene. If so, circle the isoprene units.
(b) Whether the compound is aromatic, and explain your reasoning.
(c) Show the product resulting from saponification with aqueous NaOH.

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nepetalactone the main ingredient in catnip A compound generated in the smoke from burning plants. Promotes seed germination in plants that require fire to reproduce.