What is another word for quinone?
Pronunciation: [kwˈɪnɒn] (IPA) 
Quinone is a term that refers to a class of organic compounds containing two carbonyl groups linked by a cyclic hydrocarbon. Other names and synonyms for quinone include benzene-1,4-dione, cyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione, and p-benzoquinone. These compounds are widely used in various fields, including organic synthesis, as oxidizing agents, as intermediates in the production of dyes, and in the pharmaceutical industry. Other related compounds include hydroquinone, which is a derivative that contains two hydroxyl groups, and naphthoquinone, which is a bicyclic derivative of quinone. The study of quinones and their derivatives is essential for understanding complex organic chemistry reactions and the applications of these compounds in industrial and scientific contexts.
