In what way can starch be an antidote for iodine poisoning?

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In what way can starch be an antidote for iodine poisoning?

please give a molecular explanation.

2007-08-28 19:12:12 · 1 answers · asked by John Michael C 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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Starch reacts with iodine to form a complex that is relatively stable and insoluble so the iodine can not travel around in the body thus reducing its ability to cause poisoning. Sorry, I don't know the formula for this complex.

2007-08-28 19:20:12 · answer #1 · answered by Flying Dragon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋