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  1. Indole - Wikipedia

    In the 1930s, interest in indole intensified when it became known that the indole substituent is present in many important alkaloids, known as indole alkaloids (e.g., tryptophan and auxins), …

  2. Indole | Aromatic, Biosynthesis, Metabolism | Britannica

    Indole, first isolated in 1866, has the molecular formula C 8 H 7 N, and it is commonly synthesized from phenylhydrazine and pyruvic acid, although several other procedures have been discovered.

  3. What Is Indole Production and Why Is It Important?

    Jun 24, 2025 · Indole is an aromatic, heterocyclic organic compound with a dual nature regarding its scent. In high concentrations, it has an intense fecal odor, yet in very dilute solutions, it …

  4. Indole: Chemical Properties, Synthesis, Applications, and ...

    Learn about indole, its chemical properties, synthesis methods, biological role, applications in industry, and key analysis techniques used in research and industry.

  5. Indole - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

    Presence of an indole nucleus in amino acid tryptophan makes it prominent in phytoconstituents such as perfumes, neurotransmitters, auxins (plant hormones), indole alkaloids, and so on. …

  6. Indole | C8H7N | CID 798 - PubChem

    Indole is a metabolite found in or produced by Escherichia coli (strain K12, MG1655).

  7. Indole Definition - Organic Chemistry Key Term | Fiveable

    Indole is a heterocyclic aromatic organic compound composed of a benzene ring fused to a five-membered nitrogen-containing pyrrole ring. It is a key structural component found in various …