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What is the purpose of Molisch's test?
What is the purpose of Molisch's test?
- To check for the presence of lipids
- To check for the presence of carbohydrates (correct)
- To check for the presence of proteins
- To check for the presence of nucleic acids
Who is the botanist credited with the discovery of Molisch's test?
Who is the botanist credited with the discovery of Molisch's test?
- Carolus Linnaeus
- Hans Molisch (correct)
- Gregor Mendel
- Antonie van Leeuwenhoek
What is Molisch's reagent composed of?
What is Molisch's reagent composed of?
- Ethanol and α-naphthol (correct)
- Sodium hydroxide and water
- Hydrochloric acid and sulfuric acid
- Methanol and phenolphthalein
In Molisch's test, what confirms the presence of carbohydrates in the analyte?
In Molisch's test, what confirms the presence of carbohydrates in the analyte?
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What is added to the analyte + Molisch's reagent mixture before confirming the presence of carbohydrates?
What is added to the analyte + Molisch's reagent mixture before confirming the presence of carbohydrates?
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