JEE Main2012ChemistryAldehydes and KetonesActual

Which of the following compounds can be detected by Molisch's test ?

Options

ANitro compounds
BSugars
CAmines
DPrimary alcohols

Correct answer

B. Sugars

Step-by-step solution

Molisch's Test : when a drop or two of alcoholic solution of -naphthol is added to sugar solution and then conc. H ₂ SO ₄ is added along the sides of test tube, formation of violet ring takes place at the junction of two liquids.

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