Galleins

/ɡəˈleɪinz/ noun

Definition

Plural of gallein; multiple chemical dye compounds or related variants derived from gallic acid.

Etymology

Plural form of gallein, maintaining the root from gallic acid with the English plural -s ending.

Kelly Says

The study of plant galls—growths caused by insects and parasites—led chemists to discover gallein and other valuable compounds, showing how understanding nature's problems can lead to useful inventions!

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