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Which test is specific for non-reducing sugars?
Which test is specific for non-reducing sugars?
Which test involves adding both a reagent and H2SO4 to the test solution?
Which test involves adding both a reagent and H2SO4 to the test solution?
Which test detects free aldehyde or keto groups in reducing sugars?
Which test detects free aldehyde or keto groups in reducing sugars?
Study Notes
- Molisch test is a sensitive chemical test for carbohydrates
- Iodine test is specific for non-reducing sugars like starch and dextrin
- Fehling's test indicates the presence of reducing sugars
- Benedict's test is used to detect free aldehyde or keto groups in reducing sugars
- Barfoed's test also detects reducing sugars
- Molisch test involves adding molisch reagent and H2SO4 to the test solution
- Iodine test involves adding iodine to the test solution
- Fehling's test involves adding Fehling's A and B to the test solution and heating
- Benedict's test involves adding Benedict's reagent to the test solution
- Barfoed's test involves adding Barfoed's reagent to the test solution.
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Description
"Are you familiar with the different chemical tests used for detecting sugars in a solution? Test your knowledge with our quiz on Molisch, Iodine, Fehling's, Benedict's, and Barfoed's tests. Discover the specific sugars each test detects and the reagents used for each test. Challenge yourself and become an expert in carbohydrate detection!"
