Molisch test

Noun

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Molisch test - 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 reaction, Molisch's test

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