Gadolinium diiodide (GdI₂) is an inorganic compound consisting of gadolinium, a rare earth element, and iodine. It typically presents as a dark, crystalline solid. Gadolinium itself has various applications, including in MRI contrast agents, nuclear reactors, and as a component of certain alloys. The diiodide form of gadolinium combines gadolinium with two iodine atoms, forming a chemical compound that exhibits unique physical and chemical properties.
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