Associations to the word «Chromogen»

Wiktionary

CHROMOGEN, noun. (chemistry) Any substance that lacks colour, but can be converted into a pigment or dye.
CHROMOGEN, noun. (biology) A strongly pigmented organelle or organism.

Dictionary definition

CHROMOGEN, noun. A compound that can be converted to a pigment.

Wise words

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