Food Tests Flashcards

1
Q

What chemical is used to test for simple sugars like glucose?

A

Benedict’s Solution

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How is Benedict’s solution used to test for simple sugars?

A

Mix with the food in a test tube and heat for 5 minutes in a hot water bath.

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3
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What colour changes occur with Benedict’s solution if sugars are present in the samples you are testing?

A

A range of colours depending on the concentration of sugars

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