Biomolecules and Chemistry in Everyday Life - Result Question 51
####12. Which of the following tests cannot be used for identifying amino acids?
(2019 Main, 10 Jan II)
(a) Barfoed test
(b) Ninhydrin test
(c) Xanthoproteic test
(d) Biuret test
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Answer:
Correct Answer: 12. (b)
Solution:
- (i) Barfoed test is used for detecting the presence of monosaccharides like glucose, fructose etc. Barfoed reagents is $Cu$ (II) acetate solution.
(ii)
