Answer to Question #147418 in General Chemistry for Mike

Question

Why Calcium iodate has low solubility in distilled water meanwhile high in Calcium nitrate solution?

Answer 1

Calcium Iodate is a source of iodine that is a white powder of slight solubility in water, but greater solubility in water containing iodides or amino acids. it is more stable than the iodide form. it is used as a dough conditioner in bread and is a source of iodine in table salts.