phenolphthaleins

A form of phenolphthalein — A white or yellowish-white crystalline compound C₂₀H₁₄O₄ used in medicine as a laxative and in analysis as an indicator because its solution is brilliant red in alkalies and is decolorized by acids.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of phenolphthalein
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