Biomolecules and Chemistry in Everyday Life 1 Question 11
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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Solution:
- (i) Barfoed test is used for detecting the presence of monosaccharides like glucose, fructose etc. Barfoed reagents is $\mathrm{Cu}$ (II) acetate solution.
(ii)
