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Chocolate: Theobromine and Caffeine

William F. Coleman

Chemistry Department, Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA 02481

J. Chem. Educ., 2004, 81 (8), p 1232

DOI: 10.1021/ed081p1232

Publication Date (Web): August 1, 2004

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This month's featured molecules include theobromine and caffeine, both methyl-xanthines. Theobromine is a smooth muscle stimulant, while caffeine is predominately a central nervous system stimulant.

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Molecular Properties / Structure

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