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They test for carbohydrates. The Iodine reagent tests for starch. The Benedict's reagent tests for small sugars. Most carbohydrates are are made of sugar, and starch is a type of carbohydrate.
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∙ 12y agoin microbiology, one may use an iodine test to test for a starch.
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∙ 12y agoStarch reacts with iodine to make a purplish-black color.
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∙ 9y agoIodine is generally used to test the presence of starch. When iodine reacts with starch, the color of the substance turns blue or black.
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∙ 12y agoCarbohydrates
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Is iodine molecule an organic molecule?
Iodine is not a compound. It is a pure element. As such it is not organic or inorganic. In general, organic compounds are molecules containing carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, though some contain sulphur, nitorgen etc.
What substance is added to an organic molecule to test for the degree of saturation?
Bromine
Is ozone organic?
No ozone is not organic molecule. It is a pure inorganic molecule.
Is iodine polar or non polar?
An iodine molecule is formed by two 'I' atoms. It implies that the molecule is symmetrical and it is non-polar.
How does an organic molecule look like?
Any organic molecule contain carbon.
How do you test for each type of organic molecule in foods?
The Qualitative tests for each of the macronutrients are as follows: Carbohydrates - Iodine test and/or Benedicts test Proteins - Biuret test Fats - Ethanol (Emulsion) test
Is iodine molecule an organic molecule?
Iodine is not a compound. It is a pure element. As such it is not organic or inorganic. In general, organic compounds are molecules containing carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, though some contain sulphur, nitorgen etc.
Is an iodine an organic or inorganic acid?
Iodine is an organic acid
What substance is added to an organic molecule to test for the degree of saturation?
Bromine
Is iodine in organic tobacco?
no !not every kinds of organic tobacco have iodine
Is an oxygen molecule an organic molecule?
No, it's not organic (an organic molecule has to contain carbon.)
What containes iodine?
Iodine is a diatomic molecule - I2.
Is iodine a vitamin?
No. Vitamins are organic substances. Iodine is inorganic.
Is glucose a organic molecule?
yes glucose is an organic molecule
What is the purpose for iodine test?
The Iodine test is used to test for the presence of starch.
What kind of molecule is an organic molecule?
Derivatives of CARBON are termed as organic compounds or organic molecules
What are 2 common compounds in iodine?
Iodine is a molecule which is made up of the only element iodine.
