Iodine Test Flashcards
1
Q
What does the iodine test test for?
A
Starch
2
Q
What are the steps for the iodine test?
A
Place one spatula of the food sample on a dish or 1 cm3 if the sample is liquid.
Using a dropper, place a few drops of iodine solution onto the food.
Record any change in the colour of the solution.
3
Q
What colour does the iodine test go for a positive result
A
Blue black
4
Q
What colour does the iodine test go for a negative result
A
Orange brown
