Original: Resin is a hydrocarbon secretion of many plants , particularly coniferous trees . It is valued for its chemical properties and associated uses , such as the production of varnishes , adhesives , and food glazing agents ; as an important source of raw materials for organic synthesis ; and as constituents of incense and perfume .
Simplified: Resin or Rosin ( Oxford dictionary ) is a hydrocarbon secretion of many plants , particularly coniferous trees , valued for its chemical constituents and uses such as varnishes , adhesives , as an important source of raw materials for organic synthesis , or for incense and perfume .