A class of aromatic compounds in which one or more of the carbon atoms in the ring structure is replaced by a heteroatom, such as nitrogen, oxygen, or sulfur. These non-carbon atoms alter the electronic properties of the molecule, affecting its reactivity, odor, and functionality, while still maintaining the hallmark features of aromaticity, such as stability, planarity, and electron delocalization.
In the Wild — Example
The earthy almost fuel-like quality in certain strains can be traced to heteroaromatics in the plant.
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