noun
- a class of yellow plant pigments that are flavonoids, found in many fruits, vegetables, and herbs
Usage: chemistry; botany
Examples
- Flavones are responsible for the yellow color in many flower petals.
- Scientists study flavones for their potential antioxidant properties.
- Citrus fruits contain various flavones that contribute to their nutritional value.
- The research focused on extracting flavones from parsley leaves.
- Many flavones have been identified as having anti-inflammatory effects.
- Plants produce flavones as part of their natural defense mechanisms.