JEE Main Chemistry question

Molisch's test is made for the detection of:

(A)Alkyl halide
(B)CarbohydrateCorrect
(C)Alkaloid
(D)Fat

Answer: (B)

Solution

Molisch's test uses -naphthol and concentrated sulphuric acid to detect carbohydrates, which are dehydrated by the acid to furfural/hydroxymethylfurfural derivatives

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Question ID VK-151117