Chemical synthesis involves combining simpler compounds to form more complex ones. An example is the synthesis of the anticancer drug Taxol from the Pacific yew tree. The synthesis of flavonoids typically involves multiple steps including condensation reactions, rearrangements, and cyclizations to form the core flavone structure. Quercetin is a flavonoid with potential health benefits including reduced risk of heart disease and lung cancer. Ciprofloxacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic synthesized through a multi-step process involving reactions such as condensation, cyclization, and rearrangements.