In a test for non-reducing sugars like sucrose, what is the significance of adding dilute...

BIOLOGY
WAEC 2007

In a test for non-reducing sugars like sucrose, what is the significance of adding dilute hydrochloric acid to the original sugar solution? To

  • A. hydrolyse the non-reducing sugar
  • B. accelerate he rate of the reaction
  • C. stabilize the medium
  • D. sterilize the solution

Correct Answer: A. hydrolyse the non-reducing sugar



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