anthraquinone: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “anthraquinone” mean?
An organic compound derived from anthracene, used primarily as a dye intermediate.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
An organic compound derived from anthracene, used primarily as a dye intermediate.
Any of a class of organic compounds based on the structure of anthraquinone, used in dyes, pigments, and some pharmaceuticals.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage or spelling.
Connotations
None beyond the technical reference.
Frequency
Equally rare in both dialects, confined to specialist fields.
Grammar
How to Use “anthraquinone” in a Sentence
N of anthraquinoneanthraquinone-based ADJanthraquinone is used in NVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “anthraquinone” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The anthraquinone-based dye proved colourfast.
American English
- They studied the anthraquinone derivative's properties.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rarely used outside of chemical manufacturing or textile industry reports.
Academic
Common in chemistry, chemical engineering, and pharmacology research papers.
Everyday
Virtually never used in everyday conversation.
Technical
The primary register, used precisely to describe chemical structures, dye processes, or drug components.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “anthraquinone”
Neutral
Weak
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “anthraquinone”
- Misspelling as 'anthraquione' or 'anthraquinine'.
- Incorrect stress placement.
- Using it as a general term for dye instead of a specific intermediate.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it can be found naturally in some plants, fungi, and insects, but is primarily produced synthetically for industrial use.
As a chemical intermediate, it requires safe handling according to material safety data sheets, but specific toxicity depends on the derivative and exposure.
Certain types of vat dyes used for cotton and some laxative medications are based on anthraquinone structures.
It is a systematic chemical name built from 'anthracene' (a hydrocarbon) and 'quinone' (a type of organic compound), reflecting its molecular structure.
An organic compound derived from anthracene, used primarily as a dye intermediate.
Anthraquinone is usually technical in register.
Anthraquinone: in British English it is pronounced /ˌænθrəˈkwɪnəʊn/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˌænθrəˈkwɪnoʊn/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: ANTHRAcene + QUINONE = ANTHRAQUINONE – a key chemical made from anthracene.
Practice
Quiz
Anthraquinone is primarily used in the production of: