Question

e) What happens to the leaf after adding iodine to it? (1 mark)
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Answer 1

Answer:

As we add iodine solution on the colourless leaf, it turns blue-black. wHat do we conclude? When we boil the leaves in spirit they become colourless because chlorophyll pigments leach out. Leaves contain starch which gives blue-black colour with iodine solution.

Answer 2

Answer:

It may turn into blue - black or reddish brown

Explanation:

If it turns to blue-black then it contains starch. If it turns reddish brown it doesnt contain starch.. Hope this helps you. Thank me and mark as brainliest. ☺️