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JAMB Biology 1981 Question 30

Question 30

Food Substances and Enzymes

If Benedict's solution gives a positive result in a food test, the food contains

  1. A.sugar
  2. B.protein
  3. C.oil
  4. D.fat
  5. E.cellulose.
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Answer: A (sugar)

Explanation

Benedict's solution turns brick-red when heated with a reducing sugar.