Xanthone
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈzæn.θoʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Xanthone is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) An aromatic ketone, 9-oxo-xanthene, that is used as an insecticide.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) An aromatic ketone, 9-oxo-xanthene, that is used as an insecticide.
Word Forms
- xanthones
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include xanthenone, xanthione, xanthene, xanthide, xanthonoid, xanthanoid.
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