JAMB - Chemistry (2007 - No. 8)
The tincture of iodine means iodine dissolved in
ethanol and water
bromine chloride
chlorine water
water
Explicaţie
Tincture of iodine is iodine dissolved in ethanol and water. It's also known as iodine tincture or weak iodine solution. Tincture of iodine is a topical antiseptic solution that contains iodine, alcohol, and water. It's used to treat wounds, prevent infections, and disinfect surfaces.