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aromatic compound
aromatic compound any of a large class of compounds that includes benzene and compounds that resemble benzene in certain of their chemical properties. Originally applied to a small class of pleasant-smelling chemicals derived from vegetables, it now encompasses a wide diversity of compounds with ... Read more
calycanthus
calycanthus , any plant of the genus Calycanthus, aromatic shrubs of N North America, Asia, and Australia. An American type, the Carolina allspice, is cultivated for the aromatic fragrance of its flowers. Calycanthus is classified in the division Magnoliophyta , class Magnoliopsida, order Magnoli... Read more
savory
savory name for any plant of the genus Satureja, aromatic herbs and subshrubs of the family Labiatae ( mint family). Commonly cultivated as border ornamentals or potherbs are two species of the Mediterranean region and surrounding areas: summer savory ( S. montana or S. hortensis ) and winter,... Read more
bdellium
bdellium , aromatic gum resin obtained from trees of the genus Commiphora ( Balsamodendron of the incense-tree family). It is similar to myrrh. Bdellium is used in medicines and perfumes. ... Read more
aliphatic compound
aliphatic compound , any of a large class of organic compounds whose carbon atoms are joined together in straight or branched open chains rather than in rings. The hydrocarbons of the alkane , alkene , and alkyne series are aliphatic compounds, as are fatty acids and many other compounds. Most... Read more
lovage
lovage tall perennial herb ( Levisticum officinale ) of the family Umbelliferae ( parsley family), native to the mountains of S Europe and cultivated elsewhere. Its aromatic fruits are used in soups and as a flavoring for confectionery and for some liqueurs. An aromatic oil extracted from the root... Read more
angostura bark
angostura bark , bitter bark of either of two South American trees ( Galipea officinalis and Cusparia felorifuga ) of the rue family. Formerly valued as a tonic and quinine substitute, it is now used in angostura bitters, an aromatic appetizer sometimes added to cocktails. ... Read more
bay rum
bay rum aromatic liquid used chiefly as a cosmetic and a perfume. It originated in the West Indies, where it was prepared by distillation from rum and bay leaves. It is now commonly a mixture of oil of bay (from a bayberry), alcohol, water, oil of pimento, and oil of orange peel. ... Read more
sodium benzoate
sodium benzoate or benzoate of soda, chemical compound, C 6 H 5 CO 2 Na, colorless or white crystalline, aromatic compound; the sodium salt of benzoic acid . It is soluble in water and is used as a preservative in foods and beverages; because it is poisonous, the concentration is limited by la... Read more
vermouth
vermouth , blend of white wines fortified with additional alcohol and flavored with aromatic herbs, spices, and roots. It contains up to 19% alcohol. The sweeter, darker type of vermouth is sometimes called Italian vermouth, and the lighter, drier type, French vermouth. Vermouth is used as an appeti... Read more

Encyclopedia entries related to "aromatic"

Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Encyclopedia entry from: The Gale Encyclopedia of Science Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, or polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons, are a family of hydrocarbons containing two or more closed aromatic ring structures, each based on the structure of benzene. The simplest...
aromatic compound
Book article from: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition aromatic compound any of a large class of compounds...connection to the sense of smell. Common aromatic compounds other than benzene include toluene...hexagonal structure is characteristic of many aromatic compounds. The general rule is that aromatic...
SIC 2865 Cyclic Organic Crudes and Intermediates and Organic Dyes and Pigments
Encyclopedia entry from: Encyclopedia of American Industries ...products of this industry include (1) aromatic chemicals such as benzene, toluene...and fertilizers. The three primary aromatic chemicals used to create intermediates...Benzene, the simplest and most widely used aromatic, is combined with sulfuric acid and...
Carrot family (Apiaceae)
Encyclopedia entry from: The Gale Encyclopedia of Science ...herbaceous, perennial plants, often with aromatic foliage. Some have poisonous foliage...are cultivated largely for their tasty aromatic seeds. The most economically important...used to flavor bread and cheese. An aromatic oil extracted from caraway seeds is used...
Herb
Encyclopedia entry from: The Gale Encyclopedia of Science Herb An herb is an aromatic plant used for cooking, medicinal...are not considered herbs. Nor are aromatic woody plants, such as the sweet bay...region, from Spain to Greece. This aromatic plant is commonly used to flavor cooked...
Mint Family
Encyclopedia entry from: The Gale Encyclopedia of Science ...are shrubs. Most species of mints have aromatic glands and hairs on their stems and foliage...A number of herbs are derived from aromatic species in the mint family, sometimes...been selectively bred to enhance the aromatic qualities of the plants. The most commonly...
Aromatherapy
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed. ...therapeutic use of plant-derived, aromatic essential oils to promote physical and...infections, and wounds. Description Origins Aromatic plants have been employed for their healing...recognized the benefits of herbal and aromatic remedies much earlier than this. The...
Herbs and Spices
Encyclopedia entry from: Encyclopedia of Food and Culture ...plant can be both an herb and a spice. Aromatic seeds like dill are a spice, while dill...world. They are characterized by being aromatic and having hollow stems and dissected...laurel family) consists mostly of aromatic, evergreen shrubs and trees originating...
Thyme
Encyclopedia entry from: Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine ...of the Lamiaceae or mint family. The aromatic thyme is a perennial native of southern...locations on dry stony banks and heaths. The aromatic herb attracts bees that produce a uniquely...herbs for use in home remedies. It is aromatic, antiseptic, diaphoretic (increases...
laurel
Book article from: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition ...abundant in tropical America. Most have aromatic bark and foliage and are evergreen...zones. The plants are important for aromatic oils and spices, edible fruits, and...World as a high-priced panacea. Its aromatic bark is still occasionally used for medicinal...

Dictionary entries related to "aromatic"

aromatic
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English ...having a pleasant and distinctive smell: a massage with aromatic oils. 2. Chem. (of an organic compound) containing a planar...pleasant and distinctive smell. 2. (usu. aromatics ) Chem. an aromatic compound. DERIVATIVES: ar·o·mat·...
polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon
Book article from: A Dictionary of Astronomy polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon ( PAH ) A large molecule containing carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb lattice of hexagonal groups, with hydrogen...
Meyer, Victor
Dictionary entry from: Complete Dictionary of Scientific Biography ...introducing the carboxyl group into an aromatic substance by heating the potassium salts of aromatic sulfonic acids with sodium formate. This...by organic chemists for the synthesis of aromatic acids. Meyer ’ s primary purpose...
shikimic acid pathway
Book article from: A Dictionary of Biology ...metabolic pathway in the biosynthesis of the aromatic amino acids – tyrosine, phenylalanine...and as precursors for a wide range of aromatic molecules. The initial step of the pathway...ring structure characteristic of the aromatic amino acids. Combination with a further...
mastic
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English ...xB7;tic / ˈmastik / • n. 1. an aromatic gum or resin exuded from the bark of a Mediterranean tree...lentiscus ) of the cashew family that yields mastic and has aromatic leaves and fruit, closely related to the pistachio. 3. a...
bayberry
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English ...North American shrub (genus Myrica , family Myricaceae) with aromatic leathery leaves and waxy berries. See also wax myrtle . 2...American shrub ( Pimenta racemosa ) of the myrtle family with aromatic leaves that are used in the preparation of bay rum. Also called...
sage
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English sage 1 / sāj / • n. 1. an aromatic plant ( Salvia officinalis ) of the mint family, with grayish...plants with silvery-gray leaves: ∎  an aromatic plant ( Artemisia ludoviciana ) of the daisy family, valued...
allspice
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Dictionary of Current English ...x2CC;spīs / • n. 1. the dried aromatic fruit of a West Indian tree, used whole or ground as a culinary...which this spice is obtained. Also called pimento . 3. an aromatic North American tree or shrub (genus Calycanthus , family Calycanthaceae...
Monimiaceae
Book article from: A Dictionary of Plant Sciences ...trees and shrubs, with opposite leaves, that includes many aromatic species. The flowers may be solitary or in inflorescences...a dry achene . The family includes species used to produce aromatic oils, perfumes, medicines, and dyes. Some species are used...
Diels, Otto Paul Hermann
Dictionary entry from: Complete Dictionary of Scientific Biography ...observations. As a result, Diels decided first to establish the aromatic basic structure of cholesterol. Dehydration of cholesterol...dehydrating agent had been discovered; Diels had obtained the aromatic basic structure he had been looking for — 3 ′...

Thesaurus entries related to "aromatic"

aromatic
Book article from: The Oxford American Writers Thesaurus aromatic • adjective  aromatic wood chips synonyms : fragrant, scented, perfumed, fragranced, odorous; literary redolent.
hot
Book article from: The Oxford American Writers Thesaurus ...pyretic.   4. a hot chili synonyms : spicy, spiced, highly seasoned, peppery, fiery, strong; piquant, pungent, aromatic, zesty. antonym: mild.   5. hot competition synonyms : fierce, intense, keen, competitive, cutthroat, dog...
redolent
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Thesaurus of Current English ...suggestive, reminiscent.   2. redolent flower gardens synonyms : sweet-smelling, fragrant, scented, perfumed, aromatic.   3. a redolent garbage dump synonyms : strong-smelling, odorous, smelly, foul-smelling.
sweet
Book article from: The Oxford American Writers Thesaurus ...glacé; sickly, cloying. antonyms: sour, savory.   2. the sweet scent of roses synonyms : fragrant, aromatic, perfumed; literary ambrosial.   3. her sweet voice synonyms : dulcet, melodious, lyrical, mellifluous, musical...
penetrating
Book article from: The Oxford American Writers Thesaurus ...mellow, soft.   3. a penetrating smell synonyms : pungent, pervasive, strong, powerful, sharp, acrid; heady, aromatic. antonym: mild.   4. her penetrating gaze synonyms : observant, searching, intent, alert, shrewd, perceptive...
perfumed
Book article from: The Oxford American Writers Thesaurus perfumed • adjective  perfumed soap synonyms : sweet-smelling, scented, fragrant, fragranced, perfumy, aromatic.
scented
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Thesaurus of Current English scented • adjective  scented paper synonyms : perfumed, sweet-smelling, fragrant, aromatic.
fragrant
Book article from: The Oxford Pocket Thesaurus of Current English fragrant • adjective  fragrant flowers synonyms : scented, perfumed, aromatic, sweet-smelling, redolent, balmy, odorous, odoriferous. antonyms: smelly; foul.
pungent
Book article from: The Oxford American Writers Thesaurus ...powerful, pervasive, penetrating; sharp, acid, sour, biting, bitter, tart, vinegary, tangy; highly flavored, aromatic, spicy, piquant, peppery, hot. antonyms: bland, mild.   2. pungent remarks synonyms : caustic, biting, trenchant...
stinking
Book article from: The Oxford American Writers Thesaurus ...rank, putrid, noxious; informal stinky, humming, funky; literary miasmic, noisome. antonyms: sweet-smelling, aromatic.   2. informal this stinking tax synonyms : horrible, nasty, foul, dreadful, awful, terrible, frightful, ghastly...

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Role of Aromatic Localization in the Gating Process of a Potassium Channel
Magazine article from: Biophysical Journal; 1/1/2006; ; 700+ words ; ...ABSTRACT Position of the transmembrane aromatic residues of the KirBac1.1 potassium...observed preference for transmembrane aromatic residues to reside at the interfaces. The process of aromatic localization is proposed as a means of...
Products distribution of meta-oriented aromatic polyamide needs improvement.(MARKET REPORT: Fiber)
Magazine article from: China Chemical Reporter; 11/6/2007; ; 700+ words ; ...second place in the world Meta-oriented aromatic polyamide fiber was first developed by...s capacity to produce meta-oriented aromatic polyamide fiber is 28 150 t/a, and...China started research in meta-oriented aromatic polyamide fiber production technology...
Aromatic Center Project Will Also Be Continued
Magazine article from: Indonesian Commercial Newsletter; 8/9/1993; 700+ words ; ...only the Olefin Centre project but also the Aromatic Center and other mega projects. In June...issued a permanent license for PT Humpuss Aromatic. This company has planned to continue its aromatic centre project, which has been delayed...
On the role of aromatic-sugar interactions in the molecular recognition of carbohydrates: a 3D view by using NMR.(Report)
Magazine article from: Pure and Applied Chemistry; 8/1/2008; ; 700+ words ; ...the interaction of carbohydrates with aromatic moieties at different levels of complexity...to evaluate the interaction of simple aromatic entities with simple mono-saccharides. In between, the stacking features of aromatic-containing glycomolecules have also...
Aromatic plants smell a success story.
Newspaper article from: Economic Times (New Delhi, India); 5/15/2006; 700+ words ; ...Naithani May 15--MUMBAI, India -- Aromatic plants have caught on in the global and...demand for plant-based raw materials for aromatic oils used in perfumery, cosmetics...species found in India, 1,300 are aromatic, of which about 65 percent have popular...
Antiepileptics: aromatic ring linked with allergy
Magazine article from: Reactions Weekly; 8/30/2008; ; 535 words ; ...reactions associated with the use of aromatic antiepileptic drugs, compared with antiepileptic drugs without an aromatic ring, according to researchers from...investigate whether the presence of an aromatic ring as a commonality in chemical...
This Report Analyses The Consumption Of Aromatic Polyester Polyols Within The Major End Use Markets Across The World.
M2 Presswire; 3/27/2008; 700+ words ; ...This Report Analyses The Consumption Of Aromatic Polyester Polyols Within The Major End...An Overview of the Global Market for Aromatic Polyols" to their offering Geographical...ABBREVIATIONS 2. SUMMARY 2.1 GLOBAL AROMATIC POLYESTER POLYOLS MARKET 2006. 2.2...
Aromatic Chemistry.(Book Review)
Magazine article from: Chemistry and Industry; 1/5/2004; ; 700+ words ; ...chemicals is one example of how central aromatic compounds are to chemistry's development...preparation of complex functionalised aromatic derivatives. And in pharmacy, we are...following nature, which has incorporated aromatic residues in several amino acids and in...
New twists on an old theme. (substitution reactions involving aromatic compound formation)
Magazine article from: Chemistry and Industry; 3/1/1993; ; 700+ words ; Aromatic substitution underwent a renaissance in...unusual compounds From the earliest years of aromatic chemistry, when men such as Kekule...and reactivity, the wealth of possible aromatic substitution reactions has readily been...
XINJIANG INTRODUCES MEDITERRANEAN AROMATIC PLANTS
News Wire article from: AsiaInfo Services; 10/28/2002; 353 words ; ...0000 Xinjiang Introduces Mediterranean Aromatic Plants URUMCHI, Oct 22, 2002 (SinoCast via COMTEX) -- This year 23 kinds of aromatic plants introduced from the Mediterranean...Region. The total planting area of these aromatic plants reaches over 30,000 mu. The...