Phenolphthalein Definition

phenolphthalein
noun
  1. a laxative used in many preparations under various trade names; also used as an acid-base indicator in titrations involving weak acids and strong bases because it is brilliant red at high alkalinity and colorless below pH 8

"Phenolphthalein" in song lyrics

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  • "vinegar and phenolphthalein"
    AOL — AOL

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