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The Element Iodine - Basic Physical and Historical Information ...

Discovered : by Bernard Courtois in 1811 Isolated in Paris, France Origin : The name is derived from the Greek iodes, meaning violet Description : Iodine comes as black, shiny crystals that dissolve in alcohol; the result is sold as an antiseptic solution. Iodine salts (iodides) are used in dyes and photography, as industrial catalysts and in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals. Iodine is also an ...

Statistics and information on the worldwide supply, demand, and flow of iodine ...