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Aromaticity

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Some tiny things make rings.

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These rings are very strong. The tiny parts move in a circle. This helps them stay safe. This is how life works.
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Benzene-orbitals.png
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Benzene-orbitals.png
File:Benzene Orbitals.svg
Benzene Orbitals.svg
File:Historic Benzene Formulae Kekulé (original).png
Historic Benzene Formulae Kekulé (original).png
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