Rotenoids

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010440",
  "term": "Rotenoids",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A class of naturally occurring isoflavonoid compounds characterized by a specific tetracyclic ring system, often found in plants of the Leguminosae family. Many rotenoids exhibit insecticidal and piscicidal properties, acting as mitochondrial electron transport chain inhibitors. Rotenone is a well-known example, historically used as a natural pesticide.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "nucleus"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1995, 67, 1307. 'Glossary of class names of organic compounds and reactivity intermediates based on structure (IUPAC Recommendations 1995)' on page 1364 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199567081307)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/rotenoids/"
}