When performing a scientific investigation on an unknown substance, how can an indicator help you determine if the substance is a starch?(1 point)

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Responses

The indicator will change the state of the substance.
The indicator will change the state of the substance.

The indicator will change the color of the substance.
The indicator will change the color of the substance.

The indicator will change the taste of the substance.
The indicator will change the taste of the substance.

The indicator will change the smell of the substance.

Answer 1

The correct response is: The indicator will change the color of the substance.

In the case of starch, iodine is commonly used as an indicator. When iodine is added to a starch-containing substance, it changes color (typically to a blue-black), indicating the presence of starch.