AQA practicals – Food tests

Details
Use qualitative reagents to test for a range of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.
To include: Benedict’s test for sugars; iodine test for starch; and Biuret reagent for protein.

Techniques:
Safe use of a Bunsen burner and a boiling water bath.
Use of qualitative reagents to identify biological molecules.

Skills:
Carry out experiments appropriately having due regard for the correct manipulation of apparatus, and health and safety considerations.

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