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quinone

 

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Noun quinone has 1 sense
  1. quinone, benzoquinone - any of a class of aromatic yellow compounds including several that are biologically important as coenzymes or acceptors or vitamins; used in making dyes
    --1 is a kind of compound, chemical compound
    --1 has particulars: ubiquinone, coenzyme Q

Definitions from the Web

Term: Quinone

Definition:

A quinone is a chemical compound that contains a two-ring structure with two carbonyl (C=O) groups.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Sense 1:

Popular: Quinone refers to a class of organic compounds widely used in various industries.

Sample Sentence: Quinones are commonly employed in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries due to their diverse properties.

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Sense 2:

Local: In a local context, quinone denotes a specific type of pigment found in certain plants and organisms.

Sample Sentence: The vibrant color of autumn leaves is attributed to the presence of quinones.

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