Arenes

Definition

Arenes are a class of organic compounds that include at least one aromatic ring, which is a stable ring of atoms exhibiting resonance. They are primarily hydrocarbons derived from or related to benzene.

Related terms

Benzene:

A simple aromatic hydrocarbon with the formula C6H6, characterized by a ring of six carbon atoms connected by alternating single and double bonds.

Aromaticity:

A chemical property of conjugated rings of atoms, which results in enhanced stability due to the delocalization of electrons.

Resonance:

A phenomenon where certain molecules can be represented by two or more equivalent structures to explain their stability and properties