English Explanatory Dictionary

Benedict's test

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A test which uses Benedict's reagent, generally detecting the presence of aldehyde groups, alpha-hydroxy-ketones, and hemiacetals.

Word forms

Benedict's test Benedict's tests

Etymology

Named after American chemist Stanley Rossiter Benedict.

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