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purpurogallin [‚pər·pyə·rō′gal·ən]
(organic chemistry) C11H8O5A red, crystalline compound, the aglycon of several glycosides from nutgalls; decomposes at 274-275°C; soluble in boiling alcohol, methanol, and acetone; used as an antioxidant or to retard metal contamination in hydrocarbon fuels or lubricants. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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