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How will you determine whether the given food items contain protein or not? ans in one sentence |
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Answer» A Violet color solution confirms the presence of proteins. Note: Biuret reagent solution can be prepared from copper sulfate, sodium/potassium hydroxide, and sodium tartrate. The above mentioned tests can be used for the different food materials and EASE of the process.Following steps are used to TEST if a food item contains protein. 1) Take a small quantity of the food items to be tested.2) Grind/mash the food item.3) Put the food item into a test tube.4) Add 10 drops of water and SHAKE the test tube.5) Add two drops of copper sulphate solution to the test tube, using a dropper. 6) Add 10 drops of caustic soda solution using a dropper and shake the test tube.7) Let the test tube rest in a test tube stand for a few minutes.8) Observe the COLOUR of the mixture.9) Violet colour indicates the presence of proteins in the tested food item.Thank you pls mark as brainlist answer |
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