Glucose Test Using Benedicts Flashcards
1
Q
What is the liquid used to test for glucose?
A
Benedict’s regent.
2
Q
What do you do with the Benedicts and afterward?
A
Add it to the object being tested then heat but make sure boiling does not occur.
3
Q
What happens if glucose is present?
A
A colored precipitate is made.
4
Q
What is the colour change of the precipitate?
A
Blue –> Green –> Yellow–> Orange –> Brick Red
5
Q
How is this scale helpful?
A
As it allows substances to be compared.
