Aromatherapy I: Module 1-4 Assignments
UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Which of the following research methods can be used to establish objective scientific proof of
the physiological and psychological activities of essential oils? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Heart rate measurements
Peripheral blood pressure measurements
Electrodermal activity measurements
Brain wave measurements.
Which of the following statements best describes a top note? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Characteristic of the oil and evaporates quickly
Peripheral blood pressure is measurable and is used to measure the affect of aromas because it
reacts to stress by ... - CORRECT ANSWER - increasing.
Which of the following statements best describes a base note? - CORRECT ANSWER -
What provides the fixative quality of an essential oil (The base or dry-out note usually appears
after one to two hours. In some instances, such as with patchouli, the base note will appear after
24 hours. The base note can last anywhere from five to 36 hours. The base note provides the
fixative quality of an essential oil. It is of particular interest to perfumers and soap makers
because it helps lengthen the lasting quality of a fragrance.)
When used in aromatherapy, the term volatile means ... - CORRECT ANSWER -
evaporates.
Which of the following notes is thought to be the easier to reproduce artificially? - CORRECT
ANSWER - middle
, Valerian essential oil is extracted from which part of the plant? - CORRECT ANSWER -
root
Pupil dilation or constriction is measured to investigate if an oil sedates or stimulates. If an oil
stimulates, research says the pupil should ... - CORRECT ANSWER - dilate
Why do plants produce essential oils? - CORRECT ANSWER - They act as a powerful
attractant to insects to ensure pollination.
To attract beneficial insects that prey on the plant's predators.
To provide protection for the plant by repelling harmful insects.
Which of the following can be measured in essential oil clinical trials? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Brain waves, heart rate, pupil dilation.
Which of the following statements describes the optimal storage conditions for essential oils? -
CORRECT ANSWER - In a dark bottle with a tight lid in a cool place .
Which of the following is the BEST place to store your essential oils? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Out of sunlight in a cool place.
What two factors influence the volatility of each component molecule of a single essential oil? -
CORRECT ANSWER - shape and molecular weight
Indicate which of the following statements is true: - CORRECT ANSWER - Correct:
Patchouli oil leaves a stain on the perfume blotter.
At what temperature do essential oils evaporate when exposed to air? - CORRECT
ANSWER - 32 degrees F, 60 degrees F, 95 degrees F
Who coined the term "aromatherapy"? - CORRECT ANSWER - Rene Gattefosse
UPDATED ACTUAL Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Which of the following research methods can be used to establish objective scientific proof of
the physiological and psychological activities of essential oils? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Heart rate measurements
Peripheral blood pressure measurements
Electrodermal activity measurements
Brain wave measurements.
Which of the following statements best describes a top note? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Characteristic of the oil and evaporates quickly
Peripheral blood pressure is measurable and is used to measure the affect of aromas because it
reacts to stress by ... - CORRECT ANSWER - increasing.
Which of the following statements best describes a base note? - CORRECT ANSWER -
What provides the fixative quality of an essential oil (The base or dry-out note usually appears
after one to two hours. In some instances, such as with patchouli, the base note will appear after
24 hours. The base note can last anywhere from five to 36 hours. The base note provides the
fixative quality of an essential oil. It is of particular interest to perfumers and soap makers
because it helps lengthen the lasting quality of a fragrance.)
When used in aromatherapy, the term volatile means ... - CORRECT ANSWER -
evaporates.
Which of the following notes is thought to be the easier to reproduce artificially? - CORRECT
ANSWER - middle
, Valerian essential oil is extracted from which part of the plant? - CORRECT ANSWER -
root
Pupil dilation or constriction is measured to investigate if an oil sedates or stimulates. If an oil
stimulates, research says the pupil should ... - CORRECT ANSWER - dilate
Why do plants produce essential oils? - CORRECT ANSWER - They act as a powerful
attractant to insects to ensure pollination.
To attract beneficial insects that prey on the plant's predators.
To provide protection for the plant by repelling harmful insects.
Which of the following can be measured in essential oil clinical trials? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Brain waves, heart rate, pupil dilation.
Which of the following statements describes the optimal storage conditions for essential oils? -
CORRECT ANSWER - In a dark bottle with a tight lid in a cool place .
Which of the following is the BEST place to store your essential oils? - CORRECT
ANSWER - Out of sunlight in a cool place.
What two factors influence the volatility of each component molecule of a single essential oil? -
CORRECT ANSWER - shape and molecular weight
Indicate which of the following statements is true: - CORRECT ANSWER - Correct:
Patchouli oil leaves a stain on the perfume blotter.
At what temperature do essential oils evaporate when exposed to air? - CORRECT
ANSWER - 32 degrees F, 60 degrees F, 95 degrees F
Who coined the term "aromatherapy"? - CORRECT ANSWER - Rene Gattefosse
