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How is iodion strach test carried out ? describe with figure ​

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Using iodine to test for the presence of starch is a common experiment. A solution of iodine (I2) and potassium iodide (KI) in water has a light orange-brown color. If it is added to a sample that contains starch, such as the bread pictured above, the color changes to a deep blue.
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