Zinc iodide

Zinc iodide is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is ZnI2. It contains zinc and iodide ions.

 Properties 
Zinc iodide is a colorless solid. It dissolves in water. It reacts with bases to make zinc hydroxide. It is a reducing agent. When it is oxidized it makes iodine.

 Preparation 
It is made by reacting zinc with iodine. 

 Uses 
It is opaque (not clear) to X-rays. It can be used as a stain in microscope slides.

 Related pages 
Zinc fluoride
Zinc bromide
Zinc chloride

Category:Zinc compounds
Category:Iodine compounds