diamine

[ dahy-uh-meen, dahy-am-in ]

noun

, Chemistry.

1. a compound containing two amino groups.
2. hydrazine ( def 1 ).

diamine

/ ˈdaɪəˌmiːn; ˌdaɪəˈmiːn; -mɪn /

noun

1. any chemical compound containing two amino groups in its molecules

Word History and Origins

Origin of diamine¹

First recorded in 1865–70; di- ¹ + amine

Example Sentences

Azo-dinaphthyl diamine is recognized by its peculiar orange cast, and is turned by hydrochloric acid to a dull, dirty violet.

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After dyeing, diazotise and develop with phenylene diamine as described above.

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They may even be diazotised and developed with beta-naphthol and phenylene diamine.

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Phenol for claret from Diamine cutch, and for gold yellow from Primuline, etc.

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Diamine blue B X. Work at the boil to shade, then lift, wash and dry.

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