What does "lignane" mean?

The hydrocarbon formed by joining two propylbenzene residues at the β-carbon atom of the propyl side chain; this structure is the basis of all lignans

What is a synonym for "lignane"?

Common synonyms include: propylbenzene, propylbenzene.

Lignane

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The hydrocarbon formed by joining two propylbenzene residues at the β-carbon atom of the propyl side chain; this structure is the basis of all lignans

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propylbenzene propylbenzene

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