Definition

A type of dye that is brown or metallic green, used for coloring textiles and as a pH indicator.

Example

The artist used gallein to create vibrant colors in her fabric designs.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of gallein?

Yeah, it's that dye used in textiles, right?

Exactly! I read that it's also a pH indicator.

That's cool! I didn't know it had multiple uses.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'gallein' originates from the French word 'galle', meaning gall or bile, which refers to a bitter fluid produced by the liver. The suffix '-ein' is often used in chemistry to denote substances derived from a particular source. Therefore, 'gallein' refers to a substance derived from gall or bile.

Memory Tip

Think of 'galle' as the source of bitterness, and remember that 'gallein' is a substance related to that bitterness.

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