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Chapter 6, Problem 78P(choose chapter or problem)
The iodide ion, usually consumed as potassium iodide, is a dietary mineral essential to good nutrition. In countries where potassium iodide is added to salt, iodine deficiency or goiter has been almost completely eliminated. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) for iodine is 150 μg/day. How much potassium iodide (76.45% I) should you consume to meet the RDA?
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The iodide ion, usually consumed as potassium iodide, is a dietary mineral essential to good nutrition. In countries where potassium iodide is added to salt, iodine deficiency or goiter has been almost completely eliminated. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) for iodine is 150 μg/day. How much potassium iodide (76.45% I) should you consume to meet the RDA?
ANSWER:Solution 78P
Given that 100 grams of KI contains 76.45 grams of I
Thus,1 gram of I will be present in 100/76.45 grams of KI