How Do You Spell O (4 HYDROXY 3,5 DIIODOPHENYL) 3,5 DIIODO L TYROSINE?
The spelling of the word "O (4 Hydroxy 3,5 diiodophenyl) 3,5 diiodo L tyrosine" may seem complicated at first glance, but it follows standard scientific naming conventions. The "O" indicates that the compound is an organic compound, while the long chain of letters and numbers indicates the specific structure of the molecule. The IPA phonetic transcription would be /o ˌfɔr haɪˈdrɑksi 3,5 daɪˈodoʊˌfɛnəl 3,5 daɪˈodoʊˌɛl taɪˈroʊsin/. While it may seem daunting, this type of naming system allows scientists to communicate precisely about the chemical structure of a compound.
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