:Talk:Triphenylene

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— Assignment last updated by Kellyyxshen (talk) 22:15, 18 February 2025 (UTC)

The current Wikipedia article on Triphenylene provides a basic overview of its structure, preparation methods, and properties. However, the content is narrowly focused, and missing many critical details to help comprehensively understand this compound. For example, while the article mentioned several preparation methods, it does not delve into the detailed mechanisms, doesn't specify the difference in various synthesis routes, and lacks the historical context of its discovery and first synthesis. Also, even though it briefly mentions the possible applications of resisting hydrogenation and acting as the core of discotic mesogen in liquid crystalline materials, more information could be provided to better understand the broader significance of triphenylene within chemistry and material science. The tone of the article is generally neutral, but it is heavily focused on the structure of the compounds while lacking attention to different scientific fields. All the links for the citations work and can be redirected to the source. The sources are all reliable, neutral sources, but could add more to increase the diversity of this article.

My first improvement plan is adding recent applications of triphenylene and its derivatives in organic electronics and various fields. Then, provide more detailed information about its preparation methods. The plan also includes a brief history of its discovery and first synthesis. These changes can increase the relevance and utility of the article. Kellyyxshen (talk) 18:33, 19 February 2025 (UTC)