Definition

A type of red dye made from fluorescein, often used in various applications to produce reddish colors.

Example

Erythrosin is commonly used in food coloring and laboratory staining.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of erythrosin?

Yeah, it's that red dye used in some foods, right?

Exactly! I found out it can give a nice color to candies.

That's interesting! I didn’t know it had those uses.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Erythrosin is derived from "erythros" (from Greek ἐρυθρός, meaning red) and the suffix "-in" (used in chemistry to denote substances). The word refers to a red dye or substance, particularly used in biological staining.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for red, 'erythros', to remember that erythrosin is a red dye used in various applications.

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