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Benzothiazole

Structure was calculated using an ab initio method., Benzothiazole is an aromatic compound consisting of fused six and five membered rings.

Chemical Formula: C7H5NS
Other names: Benzosulfonazole
Layman's explanation: Benzothiazole is a sulfur containing bicyclic heteroaromatic chemical containing suflur and nitrogen. It is a liquid at room temperature with an unpleasant odor. This chemical can be prepared from the reaction of N,N-dimethylaniline and sulfur. Despite its unpleasant odor, the chemical has been used as a food additive for flavor and for its anti-microbial activity. Derivatives of benzothiazole have been shown to have anti-cancer and anti-dementia activity, and have been used to treat multiple sclerosis and Lou Gehrig's disease, to name a few.
Keywords: heteroaromatic, food additive

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