Definition of Catechols
1. Noun. (plural of catechol) ¹
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Definition of Catechols
1. catechol [n] - See also: catechol
Medical Definition of Catechols
1. A group of 1,2-benzenediols that contain the general formula r-c6h5o2. (12 Dec 1998)
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Literary usage of Catechols
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1. A Dictionary of Applied Chemistry by Thomas Edward Thorpe (1921)
"The corresponding bromo- derivatives are obtained similarly (Cousin, ie).
The bismuth brominated catechols are recommended as a satisfactory ..."
2. The Ftc Cigarette Test Method for Determining Tar, Nicotine & Carbon edited by Donald R. Shopland (1997)
"Although the PAHs and TSNAs in the particulate phase of cigarette smoke are known
carcinogens, catechols and phenols in the particulate phase also are ..."
3. A Dictionary of Applied Chemistry by Thomas Edward Thorpe (1912)
"The corresponding bromo- derivativos are obtained similarly (Cousin, Ie).
The bismuth brominated catechols are recommended as a satisfactory substitute for ..."


