# phenanthrenequinone

> English word · Noun

## Definitions
1. Any of several isomeric quinones derived from phenanthrene, but especially 9,10-phenanthrenequinone obtained by oxidation with chromic acid

## Etymology
From phenanthrene + quinone.

## Source
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