test for starch Flashcards by olivia farrah

Q

what is the name of the test for starch?

A

the iodine test

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how to carry out the test for starch?

A

this is the iodine test
add 2-3 drops of iodine solution
if starch is present a blue/black colour is produced
if no starch is present then the iodine solution remains orange/yellow

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