IODIN
\ˈa͡ɪədˌɪn], \ˈaɪədˌɪn], \ˈaɪ_ə_d_ˌɪ_n]\
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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)
By Princeton University
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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)
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
By Willam Alexander Newman Dorland
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A dark gray element with metallic luster. Atomic weight, 127. Chemical symbol, I. In the form of a vapor or a solution it has a purple color. It has an irritating odor and, if exposed, Volatilizes rapidly. Reacts chemically as bromin and chlorin. With starch, it forms an intensely blue colored compound, a property utilized as a test for either iodin or starch. It is used medicinally in the form of an ointment and tincture in local inflammations, the enlargement of glands, certain skin diseases, and for injecting into cystic and suppurating cavities. It is an excellent disinfectant. [Gr.]
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
