Meaning Of The Word Heterocyclic

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Heterocyclic Meaning

Heterocyclic Definition
Heterocyclic Definition

What's The Definition Of Heterocyclic?

heterocyclic in American English
of or relating to certain cyclic compounds with a ring composed of carbon atoms and those of any other element or elements
adjective: of or pertaining to the branch of chemistry dealing with cyclic compounds in which at least one of the ring members is not a carbon atom (contrasted with homocyclic)

heterocyclic in British English
adjective: (of an organic compound) containing a closed ring of atoms, at least one of which is not a carbon atom

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