Suppose that Biuret reagent turns purple when it is added to an unknown substance. What can you conclude about the substance?

Chemistry

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Oksi-84 [34.3K]3 years ago

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Answer:

the unknown substance is a protein

Explanation:

The biuret test is one of the tests for proteins. It can be used to detect peptide linkages. The biuret test is carried out in an alkaline solution. A coordination complex is formed leading to the appearance of a violet color.

Summarily, the biuret method is a colorimetric technique used to test for proteins and peptides. It involves the formation of a purple (violet) complex of Copper salts in alkaline solution.

Hence when the biuret reagent is added to an unknown substance and it turns purple, the unknown substance is a protein

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