CRICOID
\kɹˈɪkɔ͡ɪd], \kɹˈɪkɔɪd], \k_ɹ_ˈɪ_k_ɔɪ_d]\
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By Henderson, I. F.; Henderson, W. D.
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Having the form of a ring. A name given to one of the cartilages of the larynx, Cartilago innominata. (F.) Cartilage anonyme, which is situate at its lower part, between the thyroid and first ring of the trachea. It is much higher behind than before.
By Robley Dunglison
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Quinones
- Hydrocarbon rings which contain two moieties position. They can be substituted in any position except at the ketone groups.