What is another word for aromatic hydrocarbon?
Pronunciation: [ɐɹə͡ʊmˈatɪk hˈa͡ɪdɹəkˌɑːbən] (IPA) 
Aromatic hydrocarbons are a class of chemical compounds that contain a ring of carbon atoms with alternating single and double bonds, known as an aromatic ring. Synonyms for aromatic hydrocarbon include arene, aryl hydrocarbon, and aromatic compound. Arene is derived from the Greek word for most odorous, and refers to the strong and distinctive smell these compounds possess. Aryl hydrocarbon refers to the aromatic ring being attached to a hydrocarbon chain. Aromatic compound is a more general term for any compound containing an aromatic ring, including aromatic amines and ethers. Understanding these synonyms will help when researching or discussing aromatic hydrocarbons in chemistry and related fields.
