Polyhalogen Compounds
Chapter Name : Haloalkanes And Haloarenes |
Sub Topic Code : 102_12_10_07_03 |
Topic Name : Polyhalogen Compounds |
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Sub Topic Name : Triiodo Methane |
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Introduction
1.It was used earlier as an antiseptic but the antiseptic properties are due to the liberation of free iodine and not due to iodoform itself. 2.Due to its objectionable smell, it has been replaced by other formulations containing iodine. 3.It is used for producing packing strips and bandaging.
Pre-Requisites:
Elements, compounds
Activity:
Iodoform is used for producing packing strips and bandaging.
Real Life Question:
What is the use of chloroform?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Polyhalogen compounds | Carbon compounds containing more than one halogen atom are called poly halogen compounds. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Iodoform packing strips | It is used for producing packing strips and bandaging. |
Real life uses :
It is used for producing packing strips and bandaging.
Places to visit :
pharmacy
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
|---|---|
| iodoform | It is used for producing packing strips and bandaging. |
What you learn in Theory:
1.It was used earlier as an antiseptic but the antiseptic properties are due to the liberation of free iodine and not due to iodoform itself. 2.Due to its objectionable smell, it has been replaced by other formulations containing iodine. 3.It is used for producing packing strips and bandaging.
What you learn in Practice:
Polyhalogen compounds have a variety of uses