aesculin

/ɛˈskʌlɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A glucoside derived from the bark of Aesculus hippocastanum, used as an indicator in analytical chemistry.

“The chemist added aesculin to the mixture to monitor its pH levels.”

Synonyms

  • glucoside
  • indicator

Antonyms

  • acid
  • base