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HETEROCYCLES

(noun)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Heterocycles.

Heterocycles - as a noun

A compound containing a heterocyclic ring

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heterocyclic24heterocyclic compound
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical compoundcompound15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A ring of atoms of more than one kind; especially a ring of carbon atoms containing at least one atom that is not carbon

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
heterocyclic ring

Example Sentences

"Some common heterocycles include pyridine, furan, and thiophene."
"The synthesis of heterocycles can be challenging due to their complex ring structures."
"Many natural products, such as alkaloids, are heterocycles."
"The study of heterocycles is an important branch of organic chemistry."
"Some heterocycles exhibit interesting biological activity."
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Word Game Points

Is HETEROCYCLES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, heterocycles is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HETEROCYCLES has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is HETEROCYCLES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, heterocycles is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HETEROCYCLES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is HETEROCYCLES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, heterocycles is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HETEROCYCLES has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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