Furocoumarins

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004729",
  "term": "Furocoumarins",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A class of organic compounds characterized by a furan ring fused to a coumarin nucleus. These compounds are naturally occurring plant metabolites, particularly abundant in citrus fruits and some vegetables. They are known for their photosensitizing properties, which can lead to dermatological reactions upon exposure to UV light.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "isomer"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1995, 67, 1307. 'Glossary of class names of organic compounds and reactivity intermediates based on structure (IUPAC Recommendations 1995)' on page 1337 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199567081307)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/furocoumarins/"
}