Explain the rationale of each the test reagent used. (Benedict's test, Barfoed's test, Seliwanoff's test.
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Explain the rationale of each the test reagent used. (Benedict's test, Barfoed's test, Seliwanoff's test.
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Explanation:
Barfoed's test is used to detect the presence of monosaccharide (reducing) sugars in solution. ... Due to the weakly acidic nature of Barfoed's reagent, it is reduced only by monosaccharides. Seliwanoff's Test: It is a color reaction specific for ketoses.