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
Other Properties
Soluble in ether and slightly soluble in ethanol or water.
| Composition | CH2(C6H4)2O |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 100.5 |
| Boiling Point | 315 |
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- G.G. Hawley, The Condensed Chemical Dictionary, Reinhold Publishing, New York, 6th ed., 1961