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Record 1 2011-05-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemistry
  • Dyes and Pigments (Industries)
  • Pulp Preparation (papermaking)
DEF

A functional group (as nitroso, nitro, azo, or the conjugated unsaturated grouping of quinone) that gives rise to color in a molecule and that with the assistance of an auxochrome (as a hydroxyl or amino group) produces a dye.

OBS

Dyes are sometimes classified on the basis of their chief chromophores.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Chimie
  • Teintures et pigments (Industries)
  • Préparation de la pâte à papier
DEF

Portion de la molécule d'une matière colorante servant de support aux auxochromes.

Spanish

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