The haloform reaction using I2 and NaOH is referred to as the " iodofom" test for methyl ketones. the test also gives positive results for the compounds containing the -CH(OH)CH3 group. This results from the oxidation of the alcohol to the methyl ketone in the first stage. write a balanced equation for the conversion o C6H5CHOHCH3 to the methyl ketone in the presence of I2 and NaOH. Identify which species is being oxidized and which is being reduced.