NEET2016Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)Actual
When excess of NaOH solution is added to aqueous solution of iodine, the colour of solution becomes
Options
- Ablue
- Byellow
- Ccolourless
- Dpale green
Correct answer
C. colourless
Step-by-step solution
The colour of solution is due to iodine present in it. When NaOH solution is added, it reacts with I ₂ and solution becomes colourless.