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anthraquinone /an·thra·quin·one/ (an″thrah-kwin´ōn) 1. the 9,10 quinone derivative of anthracene, used in dye manufacture. 2. any of the derivatives of this compound, some of which are dyes. They occur in aloes, cascara sagrada, senna, and rhubarb and are cathartic. anthraquinone a derivative of anthracene, a dyestuff. Its derivatives, found in aloes, cascara sagrada, senna and rhubarb, act as cathartics. See also danthron. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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