Which of the following is an appropriate definition of an aromatic compound?
A) Any compound that contains one or more benzene-like rings
B) Any compound that contains one or more 6-membered rings.
C) Any compound that contains a double bond within a 6-membered ring.
D) Any compound with a pleasant odor.

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An aromatic compound is defined as any compound that contains one or more benzene-like rings. These rings are characterized by having a cyclic arrangement of atoms with alternating double bonds (also known as conjugated double bonds), which give them unique stability and reactivity properties. While some compounds with 6-membered rings may exhibit aromaticity, the presence of benzene-like rings is a more specific and defining characteristic of aromatic compounds. Choice B is too broad and includes compounds that may not exhibit aromaticity, while choice C only considers a subset of possible aromatic compounds. Choice D is incorrect as pleasant odor is not a defining characteristic of aromatic compounds.

Which of the Following Is an Appropriate Definition of an Aromatic