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What functional group present in carbohydrate molecule produces a positive reaction with benedicts reagent?

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Answer:

Aldehyde group

Step-by-step explanation:

Benedict's Test:

  • Benedict's test detects the presence of simple carbohydrates such as monosaccharides and disaccharides in a sample.
  • A Benedict's test is positive for reducing sugars that contain a free aldehyde or ketone group.
  • When reducing sugars are heated in the presence of an alkali, they form enediols that are powerful reducing agents.
  • A positive Benedict's test is indicated by an orange/brick-red colour.
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