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Iodine

Atomic Z: 53 · Mass A: 127

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Iodine

Z = 53

Mass A = 127 u · Halogen

Protons (p⁺)
53
Neutrons (n⁰)
74
Electrons (e⁻)
53
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Scientific Summary

Dark purple-black solid halogen that sublimates into a violet gas, essential for human thyroid hormone synthesis.

Did You Know?

Iodized table salt was introduced worldwide to prevent thyroid goiters and developmental disorders!

Practical Applications

Thyroid Hormone Synthesis
Medical Antiseptic Disinfectants
X-Ray Contrast Agents
Cloud Seeding
Discovered By: Bernard CourtoisYear: 1811