Question

Why do we need to dilute the Iodine Solution with water in the test of starch?
Is it possible (or recommended) to use iodine without diluting it with water in the test for starch?
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Answer 1

Amylose in starch is responsible for the formation of a deep blue color in the presence of iodine. ... Iodine Test: When following the changes in some inorganic oxidation reduction reactions, iodine may be used as an indicator to follow the changes of iodide ion and iodine element. Soluble starch solution is added.

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