biphenol

/ˈbaɪfɛnɒl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of chemical compound consisting of two phenol groups attached to a carbon chain.

“The researcher studied the effects of biphenol on the environment.”

2. chemistry

A compound with a biphenyl base and a hydroxyl group attached to each benzene ring.

“The biphenol molecule was analyzed using gas chromatography.”

Synonyms

  • bisphenol
  • diphenol

Antonyms

  • monophenol
  • nonphenolic