How Do You Spell IODATE?

Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ɪədˌe͡ɪt] (IPA)

Iodate is spelled as [aɪəʊdeɪt]. The word comes from the chemical compound called iodate, which contains iodine and oxygen. The spelling of the word reflects the pronunciation with the "i" sound followed by "o" and "a" pronounced separately. The stress is on the second syllable and the "t" at the end is silent. Iodate is often used in analytical chemistry for quantitative analysis of reducing agents and as a source of iodine in salt formulations, which plays an important role for human health.

IODATE Meaning and Definition

1. Iodate is a chemical compound that refers to the salt or ester of iodic acid. It is an inorganic compound that consists of the IO3- anion. The term "iodate" can also describe the polyatomic ion IO3-, which contains one iodine atom bonded to three oxygen atoms.

   Physically, iodates are typically colorless or white crystalline solids that are highly soluble in water. They may be prepared through the reaction of iodine or hydriodic acid with an oxidant, such as hydrogen peroxide. Iodates can commonly be found in nature as minerals, and they are occasionally used in the production of chemicals or pharmaceuticals.

   Iodates have various applications in different fields. In analytical chemistry, they are sometimes employed as titration agents to measure the concentration of certain substances. Iodates are also utilized in the treatment of iodine deficiency, as they can provide a source of iodine for the human body. Furthermore, some iodates are employed in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and pharmaceuticals.

   Health-wise, iodates are considered non-toxic when ingested in small amounts. However, excessive consumption can lead to iodism, a condition characterized by symptoms such as salivation, runny nose, and skin rashes. It is important to note that iodate compounds should be handled with care, as they can be irritants to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system.

Common Misspellings for IODATE

• jodate
• kodate
• oodate
• 9odate
• 8odate
• iidate
• ikdate
• ildate
• i0date
• i9date
• iosate
• ioxate
• iocate
• ioeate
• iodzte
• iodste
• iodwte
• iodqte
• iodatye
• modate

Etymology of IODATE

The word "iodate" is derived from "iodine", a chemical element found on the periodic table with the symbol I and atomic number 53. The term "iodine" itself comes from the French word "iode" and the Greek word "iodes", both meaning "violet". This refers to the violet color of iodine vapor. Hence, "iodate" refers to a compound that contains iodine in its most oxidized state, often combined with oxygen.

Plural form of IODATE is IODATES

Conjugate verb Iodate

CONDITIONAL

I would iodate

you would iodate

he/she/it would iodate

we would iodate

they would iodate

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be iodating

you would be iodating

he/she/it would be iodating

we would be iodating

they would be iodating

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have iodate

you would have iodate

he/she/it would have iodate

we would have iodate

they would have iodate

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been iodating

you would have been iodating

he/she/it would have been iodating

we would have been iodating

they would have been iodating

FUTURE

I will iodate

you will iodate

he/she/it will iodate

we will iodate

they will iodate

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be iodating

you will be iodating

he/she/it will be iodating

we will be iodating

they will be iodating

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have iodated

you will have iodated

he/she/it will have iodated

we will have iodated

they will have iodated

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been iodating

you will have been iodating

he/she/it will have been iodating

we will have been iodating

they will have been iodating

IMPERATIVE

you iodate

we let´s iodate

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to iodate

PAST

I iodated

you iodated

he/she/it iodated

we iodated

they iodated

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was iodating

you were iodating

he/she/it was iodating

we were iodating

they were iodating

PAST PARTICIPLE

iodated

PAST PERFECT

I had iodated

you had iodated

he/she/it had iodated

we had iodated

they had iodated

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been iodating

you had been iodating

he/she/it had been iodating

we had been iodating

they had been iodating

PRESENT

I iodate

you iodate

he/she/it iodates

we iodate

they iodate

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am iodating

you are iodating

he/she/it is iodating

we are iodating

they are iodating

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

iodating

PRESENT PERFECT

I have iodated

you have iodated

he/she/it has iodated

we have iodated

they have iodated

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been iodating

you have been iodating

he/she/it has been iodating

we have been iodating

they have been iodating