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Which of the following compounds can be detected by Molisch’s test ? (1) Nitro compounds (2) Sugars (3) Amines (4) Primary alcohol

Which of the following compounds can be detected by Molisch’s test ? (1) Nitro compounds (2) Sugars (3) Amines (4) Primary alcohol

Grade:11

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Gaurav
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9 years ago
Hello Student
Molisch test is used for carbohydrates.
Molisch Reagent: α-napthol dissolved in ethanol
Conc.sulphuric acid is added to the solution of sugar and molisch’s reagent, along the wall of test tube, without mixing. A poitive reaction is indicated by
appearance of a purple ring at the interface of the layers.

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