aposafranine

/æpoʊˌsæfɹəˈniːn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of red dye derived from the root of the madder plant, used as an indicator in chemistry and as a dye in various industries.

“The chemist used aposafranine to test the pH level of the solution.”

Synonyms

  • alizarin
  • madder dye

Antonyms

  • bleaching agent
  • oxidizing agent