1. Plural of benzoquinone; organic compounds derived from benzene that contain two carbonyl groups in a conjugated ring structure, used in dyes, pharmaceuticals, and industrial synthesis.
Usage: chemistry; technical term; plural form

Examples

• Benzoquinones are important intermediates in the synthesis of many pharmaceutical compounds.
• The researcher studied the reactivity of different benzoquinones in organic reactions.
• Benzoquinones are commonly used as oxidizing agents in laboratory chemistry.
• Natural benzoquinones can be found in certain plants and fungi.
• The dye industry relies on benzoquinones as precursors for producing vibrant colors.