The test for starch involves adding iodine solution, which changes color from brown/orange to blue/black in the presence of starch.
To test for starch, add iodine dissolved in potassium iodide solution to the sample; a color change from brown/orange to blue/black indicates the presence of starch.
| Front | What is the test for starch |
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| Back | Add iodine dissolves in potassium iodide solution, if starch present color would change from brown/orange to blue/black |
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