quinone

qui·none | \ kwi-ˈnōn

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, ˈkwi-ˌnōn \

Definition of quinone

1 : either of two isomeric cyclic crystalline compounds C₆H₄O₂ that are derivatives of benzene

2 : any of various usually yellow, orange, or red quinonoid compounds including several that are biologically important as coenzymes, hydrogen acceptors, or vitamins

Examples of quinone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Quinones won the rescue board race and beach flags events in the Boys B Division. — Gary Curreri, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Junior lifeguards honor teammate at skills competition with heavy hearts," 28 July 2017 Quinones explores this phenomenon by talking to everyone involved, from addicts and parents to doctors, scientists, cops, and even Mexican drug traffickers. — Andy Borowitz, The New Yorker, "The Books We’re Turning to Now," 2 Feb. 2017

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“Quinone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quinone. Accessed 20 Oct. 2020.

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