Question

State whether the following are true or false. Correct the false statements.
(iv) Iodine gives black colour with starch.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

Answer: True (T)

• The iodine test is used for the testing of the presence of starch in a sample.
• When it is added with saliva they form a polyiodide complex which upon the accumulation of starch turns a strong blue-black color