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Iodine

A nonmetallic element, of the halogen group, occurring always in combination, as in the iodides. When isolated it is in the form of dark gray metallic scales, resembling plumbago, soft but brittle, and emitting a chlorinelike odor. Symbol I. Atomic weight 126.5. If heated, iodine volatilizes in beautiful violet vapors.

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Antiseptic 76% connected

Alt. of Antiseptical

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Element 76% connected

One of the simplest or essential parts or principles of which anything consists, or upon which the constitution or fundamental powers of anything are…

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Halogen 76% connected

An electro-negative element or radical, which, by combination with a metal, forms a haloid salt; especially, chlorine, bromine, and iodine; sometimes…

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Tincture 76% connected

A tinge or shade of color; a tint; as, a tincture of red.

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Brine 70% connected

Water saturated or strongly impregnated with salt; pickle; hence, any strong saline solution; also, the saline residue or strong mother liquor result…

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I 92% connected

In our old authors, I was often used for ay (or aye), yes, which is pronounced nearly like it.

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