Nonionic iodine contrast agents differ from ionic agents in that nonionics
A) do not break down into a cation and an anion.
B) have a low pH.
C) have a small chemical structure and high osmolality.
D) are not triiodinated.

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Nonionic iodine contrast agents do not break down into a cation and an anion, whereas ionic agents do. This accounts for some of the differences in their properties, including their lower incidence of adverse reactions.

Nonionic Iodine Contrast Agents Differ from Ionic Agents in That