What is another word for pheno-safranine?
Pronunciation: [fˈiːnə͡ʊsˈafɹɐnˌa͡ɪn] (IPA) 
Pheno-safranine is a red dye often used as a biological stain. It is also commonly known by its synonyms, including safranine O, basic red 2, and diethylsafranine. Other similar compounds with staining properties include fuchsine, eosin, and methylene blue. Safranine O and diethylsafranine are both structurally similar to pheno-safranine, with minor differences in molecular weight and chemical structure. Fuchsine is a brighter red dye, while eosin is commonly used as a counterstain to highlight different cellular structures. Methylene blue, on the other hand, is a blue dye used specifically for staining bacterial cells.
