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Hydroxyquinol

Hydroxyquinol is an organic compound with the formula C 6 H 3 (OH) 3 . It is one of three isomeric benzenetriols. The compound is a colorless solid that is soluble in water. It reacts with air to give a black insoluble solid.

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Hydroxyquinol is an organic compound with the formula C 6 H 3 (OH) 3 . It is one of three isomeric benzenetriols. The compound is a colorless solid that is soluble in water. It reacts with air to give a black insoluble solid.

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