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catechol

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cat·e·chol  (kt-kôl, -kl, -kl)
n.
1. See catechin.
2. A biologically important organic phenol, having two hydroxyl groups attached to the benzene ring.

[catech(u) + -ol1.]

catechol  (kt-kôl, -kl)
A biologically important organic phenol occurring naturally in lignins and resins. It has two hydroxyl groups attached to a benzene ring. Catechol is very caustic and is used in dyeing and as a photographic developer and an antiseptic. Chemical formula: C6H6O2.

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