Starch consists of two polysaccharides, one of which is water-soluble and forms a blue color with iodine. Identify this component.
Q1. Starch consists of two polysaccharides, one of which is water-soluble and forms a blue color with iodine. Identify this component.
Answer: Amylose
Explanation: Amylose is the unbranched, water-soluble fraction; amylopectin is tempting but is branched and generally insoluble in cold water.