JEE Main Chemistry question
An organic compound answers Molisch's test as well as Benedict's test. But it doesn't answer Schiwanoff's test. Most probably, it is
Answer: (D)
Solution
A positive Molisch's test shows the compound is a carbohydrate, and a positive Benedict's test shows it has a free reducing (aldehyde or ketone) group — both point to maltose, a reducing disaccharide. Schiwanoff's (resorcinol/HCl) test gives a rapid positive (deep red/wine
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