Definition

A yellow crystalline substance that is not soluble in water and is mainly used to make dyes.

Example

Anthraquinone is commonly used in the textile industry to produce vibrant colors.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of anthraquinone?

Yeah, isn't it something used in making dyes?

Exactly! It's a yellow crystalline compound, right?

Right, it's fascinating how it comes from anthracene.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Anthraquinone is formed from "anthra-" (from Greek "ánthrax", meaning coal or charcoal) and "quinone" (from Latin "quinone", derived from "quinic acid", referring to a type of aromatic compound). The word describes a compound related to coal tar that contains a quinone structure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'coal' ('anthra-') and a specific type of chemical compound ('quinone') to remember that anthraquinone is a compound derived from coal tar.

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