Cage compound

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001565",
  "term": "Cage compound",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A polycyclic compound whose molecular structure encloses a cavity, often with a high degree of symmetry. The atoms forming the cage are covalently bonded, creating a rigid framework. Examples include adamantane and cubane, which exhibit distinct chemical and physical properties due to their constrained geometries.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "cage",
    "inclusion compound"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 1077. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 1092 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466051077)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/cage-compound/"
}