iodin

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iodin

A scientist adds a drop of iodine to a test tube.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A nonmetallic chemical element belonging to the halogen group on the periodic table. It is used especially in medicine, photography, and dye manufacturing. It occurs naturally only in combined forms in small quantities, such as in seawater or certain rocks.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The doctor applied iodin to the wound as an antiseptic.
    • A deficiency of iodin in the diet can lead to health problems.
    • This photographic process requires the use of iodin.
Advanced Usage
  • "Tincture of iodin": A common antiseptic solution of iodine in alcohol.
    • The nurse cleaned the cut with tincture of iodin.
Variants and Related Words
  • Iodine (n): The standard modern spelling for the same element. "Iodin" is an older, less common variant.
    • Table salt is often fortified with iodine.
Synonyms
  • Iodine: The more common term for the same element.
  • Chemical element: A general term for a substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.
Related Phrases
  • Iodin deficiency: A lack of sufficient iodine in the body.
    • Iodin deficiency is a major cause of preventable intellectual disabilities.
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(No common idioms are directly based on the word "iodin.")

iodin

A scientist adds a drop of iodine to a test tube.

Noun
  1. a nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens; used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes; occurs naturally only in combination in small quantities (as in sea water or rocks)

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