"Lugol's iodine" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Named after the French physician J. G. A. Lugol. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Lugol's iodine (uncountable)
  1. (chemistry) A solution of elemental iodine and potassium iodide in water, used as an antiseptic and disinfectant, and as a reagent for starch detection. Wikipedia link: Lugol's iodine Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Chemistry Synonyms: Lugol's solution

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