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Topic: Science

iodise

IPA: /ˈaɪədaɪz/

KK: /ˈaɪəˌdaɪz/

verb

Definition: To treat or combine with iodine, often used in the context of food preservation or medical applications.

Example: The chef decided to iodise the salt to enhance its nutritional value.

iodism

IPA: //ˈaɪədɪzəm//

KK: /ˈaɪədɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A medical condition caused by the use of iodine and its compounds, leading to symptoms like heart palpitations, feelings of sadness, weight loss, and skin eruptions.

Example: The doctor diagnosed her with iodism after she experienced severe symptoms following iodine treatment.

iodize

IPA: /ˈaɪəˌdaɪz/

KK: /ˈaɪəˌdaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To treat or mix something with iodine or an iodide, often to enhance its nutritional value, such as adding iodine to salt.

Example: Many countries iodize their table salt to prevent iodine deficiency in the population.

iodized

IPA: /ˈaɪəˌdaɪzd/

KK: /ˈaɪəˌdaɪzd/

adjective

Definition: Describes something that has been treated with iodine or an iodide, often to enhance its nutritional value.

Example: Many table salts are iodized to help prevent iodine deficiency.

iodizer

IPA: /ˈaɪəˌdaɪzər/

KK: /ˈaɪəˌdaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person or device that adds iodine to something, often used in the context of food or water treatment.

Example: The iodizer ensures that the salt contains enough iodine for health benefits.

iodoform

IPA: //ˈaɪəʊdɔːfɔːm//

KK: /ˈaɪəˌdɔːfɔrm/

noun

Definition: A yellowish crystalline compound made of iodine, used mainly as an antiseptic.

Example: The doctor applied iodoform to the wound to prevent infection.

iodophor

IPA: /aɪˈoʊdəˌfɔr/

KK: /aɪˈoʊdəˌfɔr/

noun

Definition: A chemical compound made of iodine and a solubilizing agent that slowly releases iodine in solution, often used for disinfection.

Example: The hospital uses iodophor as a disinfectant to ensure a sterile environment.

iodopsin

IPA: //aɪəˈdɒpsɪn//

KK: /aɪəˈdɒpsɪn/

noun

Definition: A light-sensitive pigment in the eye that helps with vision in bright light.

Example: Iodopsin is essential for our ability to see colors during the day.

iodous

IPA: /aɪˈoʊdəs/

KK: /aɪˈoʊdəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a specific type of acid that contains iodine or to compounds derived from it.

Example: The chemist studied the properties of iodous compounds in the laboratory.

iolite

IPA: /ˈaɪoʊlaɪt/

KK: /ˈaɪoʊlaɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of mineral that is a clear variety of cordierite, often used as a gemstone.

Example: The jeweler showed me a beautiful ring with an iolite stone.

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