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| In ], a '''cyclic compound''' is |
In ], a '''cyclic compound''' is a ] in which a series of carbon atoms are connected to form a loop or ring. ] is a well known example. | ||
| The term "polycyclic" is used when more than one ring is |
The term "polycyclic" is used when more than one ring is formed in a single molecule, and the term "macrocycle" is used for a ring containing more than a dozen atoms. | ||
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In organic chemistry, a cyclic compound is a compound in which a series of carbon atoms are connected to form a loop or ring. Benzene is a well known example.
The term "polycyclic" is used when more than one ring is formed in a single molecule, and the term "macrocycle" is used for a ring containing more than a dozen atoms.
See also
External links
- Polycyclic+Compounds at the U.S. National Library of Medicine Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
- Macrocyclic+Compounds at the U.S. National Library of Medicine Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)
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