Aromatic ring

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Aromatic rings (also known as arenes or aromatic compounds) are hydrocarbons which contain benzene, or another type of related structure. Benzene, C6H6, is often represented as a ring of six carbon atoms, containing alternating single and double bonds. Benzene is a colourless, odourless liquid that is often associated with carcinogenic properties.

Benzene Ring Figure 1[1]


References

  1. The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th edition Copyright © 2013 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
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