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Definition of Phenanthroline

1. n. Either of two metameric nitrogenous hydrocarbon bases, C₁₂H₈N₂, analogous to phenanthridine, but more highly nitrogenized.

Definition of Phenanthroline

1. Noun. (organic compound) A tricyclic heterocyclic compound having two pyridine rings fused with a benzene ring; any of its derivatives ¹

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Medical Definition of Phenanthroline

1. Either of two metameric nitrogenous hydrocarbon bases, C12H8N2, analogous to phenanthridine, but more highly nitrogenised. Origin: Phenanthrene + quinoline. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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