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The Molisch test is a chemical test used for the detection of:

Options

  1. ACarbohydrates
  2. BAlkaloids
  3. CFats
  4. DAlkyl halides

Correct answer

A. Carbohydrates

Step-by-step solution

Molisch test is a general chemical test used for the detection of carbohydrates. In this test, the carbohydrate is dehydrated by concentrated sulfuric acid to form furfural or its derivatives, which then condense with -naphthol to form a purple or violet-colored ring at the junction of the two liquids. Answer: Carbohydrates

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