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When Cl2\mathrm{C}{\mathrm{l}_2} water is added to an aqueous solution of potassium halide in presence of chloroform a violet colour is obtained. On adding more of Cl2\mathrm{C}{\mathrm{l}_2} water, the violet colour disappears and a colourless solution is obtained. This test confirms the presence of the following in aqueous solution:
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Correct option: A
Iodide
Option A (Iodide) is correct because the violet color in chloroform indicates the presence of iodine, which is formed by the reaction of iodide with chlorine water. The disappearance of the color with excess chlorine water indicates further oxidation of iodine.

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