test for starch
How would you test the presence of starch in leaves? Steps to test the presence of starch in leaves : Step 1: A fresh leaf is taken. Step 2: The leaf is boiled in water for few minutes to soften the cells in the leaf. Step 3: Now, dip this leaf in iodine solution. Step 4: The color of the leaf will changes into blue black color when iodine is added to it which shows the presence of starch in it.