Definition

A type of chemical compound that is a primary amine derived from naphthalene, often used in making dyes and other chemical products.

Example

Naphthylamine is commonly used in the production of various dyes.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of naphthylamine?

I think I've seen it mentioned in chemistry class.

Yeah, it's used in making dyes, which is pretty interesting.

Totally! I love how chemicals can create such vibrant colors.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Naphthylamine is formed from "naphthyl" (derived from "naphthalene", which comes from the Greek "naphtha", meaning a type of oil or liquid) and "amine" (from Latin "ammonium", meaning nitrogen-containing compound). The word refers to a compound that contains both naphthyl and amine groups, indicating its chemical structure.

Memory Tip

Think of 'naphthyl' as relating to a type of oil and 'amine' as a nitrogen compound, which helps you remember that 'naphthylamine' is a chemical compound containing both elements.

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