Potassium IodatePotassium Iodate is also manufactured by us, so that it can be used for various purposes. One of its utility is in the radiation treatment, as it can replace radioactive iodine from the thyroid. Apart from using it as a source of iodine, it is also a vital ingredient in baby formula milk. Like potassium bromate, potassium iodate is occasionally used as a maturing agent in baking industry. Its chemical composition is mentioned below.
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Molecular formula
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KIO3
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Molar mass
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214.001 g/mol
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Appearance :
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white crystalline powder
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Density
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3.89 g/cm3
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Melting point
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560 degree Celsius decomp
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Solubility in water
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4.74 g/100 ml (0 °C) 32.3 g/100 ml (100 °C)
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Solubility
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soluble in KI solution insoluble in alcohol, liquid ammonia
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