Anthracene: Structure, Synthesis, Reactions and Derivatives

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Study anthracene structure, numbering, synthesis, 9,10 reactions and important derivatives through clear, exam-oriented notes for B.Pharm students.

Structure and Medicinal Uses of Polynuclear Hydrocarbons

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Naphthalene (C₁₀H₈)Bicyclic Aromatic (Fused Benzene Rings) Important Derivatives: Naphthalene sulfonates, α-Naphthol, β-Naphthol, Naphthoquinones Anthracene (C₁₄H₁₀) Linearly Fused Tricyclic Aromatic Important Derivatives: Anthraquinone, Hydroxyanthraquinones (e.g., Emodin, Chrysophanol), Danthron, Senna glycosides Phenanthrene (C₁₄H₁₀) Angularly Fused Tricyclic Aromatic  Important Derivatives: Morphine, Codeine, Thebaine, Hydromorphone, Oxycodone (all phenanthrene alkaloids) Diphenylmethane ( C₁₃H₁₂ ) Non-Fused Aromatic (Two Benzene rings linked … Read more