phthalein

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Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈθeɪliːn/, /ˈθæliːn/

Noun

phthalein (plural phthaleins)

  1. (organic chemistry) Any of a range of lactones formed by the reaction of phenols with phthalic anhydride.

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