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Chromophores: Definition, Characteristics, Types, and Applications

A chromophore is a part of a molecule responsible for its color by absorbing light in the ultraviolet (UV), visible, or infrared (IR) regions of the electromagnetic spectrum. It contains electrons that undergo electronic transitions when exposed to light of specific wavelengths, resulting in absorption. Characteristics of Chromophores 1. Conjugated Systems: Chromophores often contain conjugated […]