Food Testing Flashcards
1
Q
What do you use to test for protein?
A
Biuret reagent
2
Q
If starch is present what is the colour change?
A
Present- black
Not present - orange
3
Q
What do you use to test for glucose?
A
An equal volume of Benedict’s Solution
4
Q
If protein is present what is the color change?
A
Present- Lilac/Purple
Not present - Blue
5
Q
What is the chemical used to test for starch?
A
Iodine solution
6
Q
If glucose is present what is the colour change?
A
Present- Green/Orange/Brick red
Not present- Blue
7
Q
What is the chemical used to test fats?
A
Ethanol
8
Q
If fat is present what is the colour change?
A
Present- White Emulsion on the top
Not present- Clear/Colorless
