Question

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Iodine is used to identify ____

1. Complex carbohydrates
2. Simple carbohydrates
3. Proteins
4. Lipids

Answer 1

The answer is

1. Complex Carbohydrates

Step-by-step explanation:

You can use an iodine solution to detect the presence of complex carbohydrates. The yellow-orange iodine will turn blue-black as it reacts with starch. (The iodine solution will show no reaction with simple carbohydrates or sugars.)