Ring-current

Definition

In organic chemistry, a ring-current is a circulating flow of electrons in the cyclic molecules of aromatic compounds, which contributes to their unique chemical stability and magnetic properties. This phenomenon is particularly observed in benzene and similar aromatic rings during spectroscopic analysis.

Related terms

Aromaticity: The chemical property of conjugated ring molecules that results in unusual stability due to electron delocalization.

Benzene: A simple aromatic hydrocarbon with a six-membered carbon ring and a molecular formula of C6H6, known for its resonance-stabilized structure.

Spectroscopy: A technique used to measure the interaction between matter and electromagnetic radiation, often employed to study the structure of organic compounds