MOLISCH’S REACTION general reaction for the detection of carbohydrates. PRINCIPLE: Sugars on reaction with dehydrating agents like strongly concentrated acids (Concentrated H2SO4) yield furfural and furfural derivatives such as hydroxymethyl furfural, which condense With α-naphthol and give a reddish Violet ring. REAGENTS: 1.Molisch’s Reagent: i- α-naphthol, ii- Ethyl … [Read more...]