Investigate the action of the enzyme amylase on the breakdown of starch.
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Planning: Risk Assessment: * Move bags out the way and ensure there is nothing else on the floor-so that you will not trip over. * Wear lab coats-so that you will be protected from any spillages of chemicals and other liquids. * Collect all equipment safely-So nothing gets dropped and smashed like test tubes. * Be aware of others-So that you don't bump into anyone especially if they carrying anything that might break or chemicals that might be spilt. * Mercury and spillage kit * Glass disposal-so that anything glass that is broken is placed in there and not in normal bins. Introduction: I will be investigating the action of the enzyme amylase on the breakdown of starch. I will know when starch is present because adding iodine to any starch product will automatically change it to a blue/black colour. To show that amylase will break down starch, it will not change colour when iodine is added,...


