Food Tests Flashcards
1
Q
Test for starch (carbohydrates)
A
Add iodine solution to substance
Turn blue means starch is present
2
Q
Protein test
A
Add biret solution
Turn blue to lilac
3
Q
Sugars test
A
Add benedict solution
Heat water in water bath
Solution change from blue to brick red
4
Q
Fats and lipids test
A
Add ethenol
Turn colourless to cloudy
