Definition

Referring to a type of chemical structure that has a ring made only of carbon atoms.

Example

Benzene is a common example of a carbocyclic compound.

Conversation

Have you ever studied carbocyclic compounds in chemistry?

Yeah, I remember learning about them in class; they were interesting!

I find it fascinating how the structure affects their properties, especially the carbocyclic ones.

Absolutely! The way carbon atoms form rings really changes everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Carbocyclic → It is formed from "carbo-" (from Latin "carbo", meaning coal or carbon) and "cyclic" (from Greek "kyklos", meaning circle or ring). The word refers to a structure that contains carbon atoms arranged in a ring formation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'carbon' ('carbo-') forming a 'ring' ('cyclic') — that's why carbocyclic refers to carbon atoms arranged in a circular structure.

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