Michler's ketone

noun

An organic compound, an electron-rich derivative of benzophenone, used as an intermediate in the production of dyes and pigments and as a sensitizer.

Meanings

nounMichler's ketone (uncountable)
  1. uncountablechemistryAn organic compound, an electron-rich derivative of benzophenone, used as an intermediate in the production of dyes and pigments and as a sensitizer.

Origin

Named after the German chemist Wilhelm Michler.

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APA

Michler's ketone. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Michler's%20ketone

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“Michler's ketone.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Michler's%20ketone. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “Michler's ketone,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/Michler's%20ketone.

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