What is another word for iodination?
Pronunciation: [ˌa͡ɪədɪnˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Iodination is a chemical process where an iodine atom is introduced into a compound. Synonyms for iodination include iodizing, halogenating, and halogenation. Iodizing is used specifically for the addition of iodine, while halogenating and halogenation can refer to the addition of other halogens such as chlorine or bromine. Other synonyms for iodination include iodination reaction, halogenation reaction, and iodine incorporation. This process is commonly used in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the production of thyroid hormones and dyes. Iodination has many applications in both organic and inorganic chemistry, and a variety of methods have been developed to achieve this process.
