What does quinol mean?
A quinol is a type of organic compound, specifically a benzene derivative with two hydroxyl groups attached to adjacent carbon atoms. Quinols are often used as intermediates in the synthesis of other compounds.
Example
"The chemist isolated a quinol from the plant extract, which she then used to synthesize a new compound."
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