Which two of the following salts are used for preparing iodized salt?
(i) KIO3, (ii) KI (iii) I2 (iv) HI
(a) (i) and (ii)
(b) (i) and (iii)
(c) (ii) and (iv)
(d) (iii) and (iv)
The correct option is (a) (i) and (ii).
Explanation:
When traces of iodide in the form of KIO3/KI is added to the salt, iodised salt is obtained.