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rhodamine Definition

rho·da·mine (rō′də mēn′, -min)

noun

any of a group of synthetic dyes ranging in color from red to pink, obtained by condensation of phthalic anhydride with an amino derivative of phenol

Etymology: rhod(o)- + amine

rhodamine Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • B: The charcoal detector was positive, but the rhodamine B was not.