Xanthene
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Description
A yellow, crystalline material that is used as a Fungicide. It is the central structure of the Fluorescein, Eosin, and rhodamine dyes.
Synonyms and Related Terms
tricyclic diphenylenemethane oxide, tricyclic dibenzopyran
RISKS
- Sigma Aldrich: SDS
Physical and Chemical Properties
Soluble in ether and slightly soluble in ethanol or water.
| Composition | CH2(C6H4)2O |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 100.5 C |
| Boiling Point | 315 C |
Resources and Citations
- G.G. Hawley, The Condensed Chemical Dictionary, Reinhold Publishing, New York, 6th ed., 1961