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tropolone

Pronunciation: /ˈtrɒpələʊn/
Definition of tropolone

noun

[mass noun] Chemistry
  • an organic compound present in various plants, with a molecule based on a seven-membered carbon ring.
    • Chemical formula: C7H6O2

Origin:

1940s: from tropilidine (a liquid hydrocarbon) + -ol + -one

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