food test Flashcards
1
Q
what test for the presence of lipids
A
emulsion test
2
Q
what solution do you use to test for reducing sugars
A
benedictus raegent
3
Q
describe how to perform Benedict’s test
A
Step 1: Place 2 ml of the liquified reducing sugar into a boiling tube
Step 2: Add 10 drops of Benedict’s solution.
Step 3: Place in a boiling water bath for 3-5 minutes.
4
Q
Is sucrose a reducing or non-reducing sugar ?
A
non
5
Q
What is the test for proteins?
A
biuret test
