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Rufol

Rufol \Ru"fol\, n. [L. rufus reddish + -ol.] (Chem.) A phenol derivative of anthracene obtained as a white crystalline substance, which on oxidation produces a red dyestuff related to anthraquinone.

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rufol

n. (context chemistry English) A phenol derivative of anthracene which on oxidation produces a red dyestuff related to anthraquinone.