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For the detection of sucrose in milk, ______________ reacts with resorcinol forming cherry red colour.

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Remember the pathway:
\[ \text{Sucrose} \xrightarrow{\text{Acid}} \text{Fructose} \xrightarrow{\text{Dehydration}} \text{5-HMF} \xrightarrow{\text{Resorcinol}} \text{Cherry Red Complex} \]
Updated On: Jul 8, 2026
  • 5-hydroxymethylfurfural
  • Glucose
  • Fructose
  • Galactose
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The Correct Option is A

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