Question

The presence of glucose can be detected with benedict's reagent.



benedict's reagent is prepared by mixing 100 g of anhydrous sodium carbonate, 173 g of sodium citrate and 17.3 g of copper(ii) sulfate pentahydrate.



all reducing sugars, a list that includes glucose, can be detected using benedict's reagent.



the test consists of dissolving the sample that needs to be tested for glucose in water. A small amount of benedict's solution is added to the test solution and the mixture is placed in a water bath for around 5 minutes. If glucose is present in the sample the color of the solution changes color from blue to brick red

Answer 1

all reducing sugars, a list that includes glucose, can be detected using benedict's reagent