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Describe Biochemical Test Show Solution Contained Protein Marks

A protein can be detected using the Biuret test, which yields a purple or lilac color in its presence.

A biochemical test for protein involves adding Biuret reagent (alkali and copper sulfate), which turns purple or lilac in the presence of protein.

Front Describe how you would use a biochemical test to show that a solution contained protein. (2 marks)
Back Biuret / alkali + copper sulphate; 
Lilac/purple/mauve/violet;

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