Benedict’s test is a qualitative laboratory test used to determine the presence of reducing sugars in each solution. Reducing sugars are carbohydrates that can reduce certain compounds due to their free aldehyde or ketone groups. Benedict’s test is based on the principle that reducing sugars can reduce copper(II) ions to copper(I) oxide, resulting in the formation of a colored precipitate. Enhance your understanding of subjects and have your doubts clarified through Tutoroot’s online tuition.
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