What is a Iodic Acid?

Iodic acid (chemical formula: HIO₃) is an inorganic compound containing iodine, and it is a strong oxidizing agent. It typically appears as white crystals or crystalline powder and forms a strongly acidic solution when dissolved in water. Iodic acid is used as an oxidizing agent in chemical reactions and plays a role in the synthesis of iodine compounds and oxidation reactions. It is particularly important in the oxidation of peroxides, alcohols, and other organic compounds.

Iodic acid is also used in the food industry as a disinfectant and sterilizer. Additionally, iodates (such as sodium iodate) are commonly used in chemical experiments as reagents in oxidation-reduction reactions.

Since iodic acid is a strong oxidizing agent, care must be taken when handling it. It can react with high temperatures or oxidizing substances, so proper storage methods are required.

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