In Iodine solution KI is added due to?

VPT-0020

QUESTION

In Iodine solution KI is added due to?

OPTIONS

(A) Preservation
(B) Reducing agent
(C) Solubility
(D) Increase potency

ANSWER

(C) Solubility

EXPLANATION

Potassium iodide is added to iodine solution to increase iodine solubility by forming soluble polyiodide species. It is not added primarily as a preservative, reducing agent, or potency enhancer.

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