Food Test RP - Chat GPT

Question 1

What are the four main food tests?

Answer 1

Sugar (Benedict’s), Starch (Iodine), Lipids (Ethanol), Protein (Biuret).

Question 2

How does the Benedict’s test work for sugar?

Answer 2

Benedict’s solution changes from blue to brick red when heated above 75°C in the presence of sugar.

Question 3

How does the iodine test work for starch?

Answer 3

Iodine solution turns from orange to blue/black in the presence of starch.

Question 4

How does the ethanol test work for lipids?

Answer 4

Ethanol solution turns from colourless to milky white in the presence of lipids.

Question 5

How does the Biuret test work for protein?

Answer 5

Biuret solution changes from blue to lilac/purple in the presence of protein.

Question 6

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Answer 6

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Question 7

What safety precautions should be taken when using a hot water bath?

Answer 7

Care should be taken to avoid burns or accidents.

Question 8

What safety precautions should be taken when using chemicals in experiments?

Answer 8

The chemicals used can be irritants, so eye protection should be worn.