Coumarins

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002629",
  "term": "Coumarins",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A class of naturally occurring organic compounds characterized by a benzopyran-2-one (1-benzopyran-2-one) ring system. These compounds are lactones derived from o-hydroxycinnamic acid and are widely found in plants, contributing to their fragrance and defense mechanisms. Many coumarins exhibit biological activity, including anticoagulant and antioxidant properties.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "isocoumarins"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1995, 67, 1307. 'Glossary of class names of organic compounds and reactivity intermediates based on structure (IUPAC Recommendations 1995)' on page 1328 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199567081307)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/coumarins/"
}