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Question 96

Why are iodide compounds added to iodized table salt?

  1. To supply dietary iodineCorrect answer
  2. To add pieces of elemental iodine
  3. To make the salt radioactive
  4. To give salt a strong iodine flavor

Explanation

Iodide compounds provide a controlled dietary source of iodine through the salt. The product does not normally contain chunks of elemental iodine, and the purpose is nutritional supply rather than deliberate radioactive treatment.

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Question 96: Why are iodide compounds added to iodized table salt? · The Periodic Table and Elements · Questena