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Iodine
Pronunciation
Definition 1
An element that is necessary for the body to make thyroid hormone. It is found in shellfish and iodized salt. (NCI Dictionary)
Definition 2
An element with atomic symbol I, atomic number 53, and atomic weight of 126.90. (NCI Thesaurus)
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