JAMB Biology 1985 Question 15

Question 15

Food Substances and Enzymes

A food substance which produces red colouration with Sudan III contains

  1. A.protein
  2. B.sugar
  3. C.starch
  4. D.cellulose
  5. E.fat.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (fat.)

Explanation

Sudan III is a red dye that dissolves in fats and oils, so a red colour shows fat is present.