Definition

The process of adding iodine to a compound, often used in chemistry to modify the properties of the substance.

Example

The iodination of the organic compound improved its reactivity in the experiment.

Conversation

Have you heard about the process of iodination in chemistry?

Yeah, I think it involves adding iodine to certain compounds, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how it changes the properties of molecules.

It really does! It's amazing what a little iodine can do.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Iodination → It is formed from "iodine" (from Greek "iodes", meaning violet or purple, referring to the color of iodine vapor) and "-ation" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating an action or process). The word "iodination" refers to the process of adding iodine to a compound.

Memory Tip

Think of the process of adding 'iodine' to something, as 'iodination' means to introduce iodine into a compound.

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