Iodate

Iodate is a type of chemical compound that contains the iodate ion. It is a polyatomic ion that is composed of one iodine atom and three oxygen atoms. The chemical formula for iodate is IO3−.

Chemical Properties

Iodate is a polyatomic ion with the chemical formula IO3−. It is composed of one iodine atom and three oxygen atoms. The iodine atom is in the center of the ion, with the oxygen atoms surrounding it. The iodine atom has a +5 oxidation state in iodate.

Iodate is a strong oxidizing agent. It can react with other substances to gain electrons and reduce to iodide, while the other substance is oxidized.

Uses

Iodate is used in a variety of applications. It is used in the production of iodine, which is used in a variety of medical and industrial applications. Iodate is also used in the production of iodized salt, which is used to prevent iodine deficiency in humans.

In addition, iodate is used in some types of chemical analysis. It can be used to determine the concentration of certain substances in a solution, such as chloride ions.

Health Effects

Exposure to iodate can have a variety of health effects. Ingesting large amounts of iodate can cause iodine toxicity, which can lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and in severe cases, coma or death.

However, in small amounts, iodate can be beneficial to health. It is used in the production of iodized salt, which is used to prevent iodine deficiency. Iodine deficiency can lead to a variety of health problems, including goiter and mental retardation.

See Also

• Iodine
• Iodide
• Iodized salt
• Iodine deficiency
• Goiter
• Mental retardation

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