Kinetics

Iodine Clock Reaction: Influence of Concentration on the Rate of Reaction

Two colorless solutions are mixed and after a brief induction period, the resultant colorless clear solution suddenly turns to a blue-black color. Changing the concentration of reactants in this clock reaction changes the induction period. This demonstration can be performed qualitatively or quantitatively.
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