Why is sodium hydrogencarbonate added after acid hydrolysis?

  1. To make a precipitate
  2. Benedict's solution only works in alkaline conditions
  3. To remove starch
  4. To hydrolyse sucrose
Answer

B) Benedict's solution only works in alkaline conditions

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