Food test

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What is the Iodine Test used for?

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The Iodine Test is used to test for the presence of complex carbohydrates (starch).

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What color indicates a positive result in the Iodine Test?

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A positive result in the Iodine Test turns dark blue or black.

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What is the Biuret Test used for?

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The Biuret Test is used to test for the presence of proteins.

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What color indicates a positive result in the Biuret Test?

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A positive result in the Biuret Test turns purple (violet).

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What is the Ethanol Emulsion Test used for?

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The Ethanol Emulsion Test is used to test for the presence of lipids (fats).

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What is the Benedict's Test used for?

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The Benedict's Test is used to test for the presence of simple carbohydrates (sugars).

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What color indicates a positive result in the Benedict's Test?

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A positive result in the Benedict's Test can turn red, orange, or green, depending on the amount of sugar present.

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What is the main purpose of food tests?

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Food tests are used to identify the presence of specific nutrients in food samples.

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What is a complex carbohydrate?

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Complex carbohydrates are made up of long chains of sugar molecules and include starches and fibers.

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What are simple carbohydrates?

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Simple carbohydrates are sugars that consist of one or two sugar molecules, such as glucose and sucrose.