Catechol

Translation of "catechol" into Russian

Noun

/ˈkæt.ɪ.kɒl/

/ˈkæt.ɪ.kɔl/

catechol

catechols pl

Catechol is an organic compound that is used in the production of pharmaceuticals.

Катехол — это органическое соединение, используемое в производстве фармацевтических препаратов.

Noun

/ˈkæt.ɪ.kɒl/

/ˈkæt.ɪ.kɔl/

A crystalline compound, C6H4(OH)2, that is a dihydroxy derivative of benzene, used in photography, as a reagent, and in organic synthesis.

Catechol is often used in the development of photographic films due to its reducing properties.

Adjective

/ˈkæt.ɪ.kɒl/

/ˈkæt.ɪ.kɔl/

Relating to, containing, or derived from catechol.

Catechol metabolites are prone to rapid oxidation in air.