JEE Main Chemistry question

[MHT-CET 2007] Protein gives a blue colour with

(A)Benedict's reagent
(B)Iodine solution
(C)NinhydrinCorrect
(D)Biurete

Answer: (C)

Solution

When a protein is boiled with a dilute ninhydrin solution, it gives a characteristic blue-purple colour due to reaction with its free amino groups. Benedict's reagent and iodine solution are used to test

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