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Tincture of iodine is:

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aqueous solution of I2
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solution of I2 in aqueous KI
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alcoholic solution of I2
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aqueous solution of KI
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The correct option is B solution of I2 in aqueous KI
Tincture of iodine is an solution of I2 in aqueous KI. It is an antiseptic, it is also called weak iodine solution. It is usually 2-7% elemental iodine, along with potassium iodide, dissolved in a mixture of ethanol and water.

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