Resorcinol
Resorcinol
Resorcinol (pronounced: /rɪˈsɔːrsɪnɒl/), also known as 1,3-dihydroxybenzene or m-dihydroxybenzene, is a type of phenol that is often used in various medical and industrial applications.
Etymology
The term "resorcinol" is derived from the Latin word "resorcinus", which means "resin". This is due to the fact that resorcinol was first isolated from a type of resin.
Medical Uses
Resorcinol is used in medicine for its antiseptic and disinfectant properties. It is often found in topical creams and ointments used to treat skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. It is also used in the production of resorcinol formaldehyde resin, a type of adhesive used in dentistry.
Related Terms
- Phenol: A type of aromatic organic compound that is often used in medical and industrial applications.
- Acne: A common skin condition that causes spots and pimples.
- Psoriasis: A skin condition that causes red, flaky, crusty patches of skin covered with silvery scales.
- Eczema: A condition that makes the skin red and itchy.
- Resorcinol formaldehyde resin: A type of adhesive used in dentistry.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Resorcinol
- Wikipedia's article - Resorcinol
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