Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or producing color

“The chromogenic properties of the dye made it useful for printing photographs.”

2. noun

a substance that produces a color when exposed to light, especially in a photographic process

“The chromogenic developer helped to bring out the colors in the old photograph.”

3. noun

a process or reaction that produces color

“The chromogenic reaction was essential in creating the vibrant colors of the artwork.”