Magenta

Magenta - see Magenta.

Fuchsin is an organic compound, a bright crimson dye. The name "fuchsin" comes from the Latin name of the plant "fuchsia" (fuchsia), the flowers of which have a similar color.

Fuchsin was first synthesized in 1859 by chemist Ernst Caro. There are several varieties of fuchsin, which differ in chemical composition.

The main areas of application of fuchsin:

  1. Dyeing fabrics and other materials in a bright crimson color. Used for coloring clothes, shoes, plastics.

  2. Microscopy and histology. Fuchsin is used to stain preparations to reveal certain structures.

  3. Production of inks, paints, cosmetics. Fuchsin gives them a bright crimson hue.

  4. Acidity indicator. Fuchsin changes color depending on the pH of the environment.