pheophyl

/ˈfiː.ə.fəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of chlorophyll derivative, often resulting from the degradation of chlorophyll in plants.

“The researchers studied the different types of pheophyls present in the plant’s leaves.”

Synonyms

  • chlorophyll degradation product
  • chlorophyll derivative

Antonyms

  • chlorophyll
  • green pigment