Test for lipids

Question 1

What will happen if there are lipids present in the food substance?

Answer 1

If there are lipids present in the food substance, then a white cloudy emulsion forms

Question 2

What are the steps for testing for lipids

Answer 2

1. Grind food with distilled water using a mortar and a pestle.
2. Transfer 2cm cubed of our food solution to a test tube.
3. Add a few drops of distilled water and ethanol.
4. If lips are present, then a white cloudy emulsion forms.