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JAMB Biology 1997 Question 16

Question 16

Food Substances and Enzymes

A food substance was treated with a few drops of Sudan III solution and a red coloration was obtained. The food contained

  1. A.protein
  2. B.starch
  3. C.fat
  4. D.mineral salt.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (fat)

Explanation

Sudan III stains fats and oils red, so a red colour shows fat is present.