Zimmermann reaction

noun

Zim·​mer·​mann reaction

variants or Zimmermann test

ˈzimə(r)mən-

: the formation of a colored mixture on mixing of a ketone, alkali, and meta -dinitrobenzene

Word History

Etymology

after Wilhelm Zimmermann, born 1910 German physiological chemist

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

• More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
• Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
• Advanced search features
• Ad free!