Q44 / 180 · AIIMS 2006 · Chemistry

Which two of the following salts are used for preparing iodized salt? (i) $\mathrm{KIO}_3$, (ii) KI, (iii) $\mathrm{I}_2$ (iv) $\mathrm{HI}$

  • Correct answer
    A
    (i) and (ii)
  • B
    (i) and (iii)
  • C
    (ii) and (iv)
  • D
    (iii) and (iv).

Solution

When traces of iodide in the form of $\mathrm{KIO}_3 / \mathrm{KI}$ is added to the salt, iodised salt is obtained.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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