(i) A potassium iodide (KI) solution containing starch turns blue on the addition of chlorine. Which one of the following statements explain this?
(P) The reduction potential of Cl₂ is more than that of I₂.
(Q) The oxidation potential of Cl₂ is more than that of I₂.
(R) The product formed when Cl₂ combines with starch is blue.
(S) The product formed when I₂ combines with starch is blue.
(a) Only P and R
(b) Only Q and R
(c) Only Q and S
(d) Only P and S

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