Silver iodide

Silver iodide is a chemical compound composed of silver and iodine. It is primarily used in weather modification techniques, particularly to induce rainfall through a process called cloud seeding. When released into the atmosphere, silver iodide particles act as nuclei around which moisture in clouds can condense, helping to trigger precipitation. Besides meteorology, silver iodide has applications in photography, as a component in certain photographic films, and has been used in medicine for antimicrobial purposes. Its ability to influence weather and material properties makes it a versatile compound in scientific and industrial fields.