Molisch reaction

Noun

1.

Molisch reaction - biochemical indicator of the presence of carbohydrates in a solution; if carbohydrates are present a violet ring is formed by reaction with alpha-naphthol in the presence of sulfuric acid Synonyms: alpha-naphthol test, Molisch test, Molisch's test

alpha-naphthol test, indicator, Molisch test, Molisch's test