ORGANIC CHEMISTRY A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site gallic acid (HO)3C6H2COOH Also known as 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoic acid, an acid occurring plants, including oak galls, sumach, and tea. Gallic acid is obtained from tannins by hydrolysis. It is used in ink, dyes, and as a mild antiseptic and astringent. On heating it gives pyrogallol, a photographic developer. Related category    • ORGANIC CHEMISTRY Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP