Biuret solution contains sodium hydroxide and ___.
A
tartaric acid
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B
copper sulphate
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C
iodine
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D
sodium chloride
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Solution
The correct option is B copper sulphate Biuret solution is used to test the presence of protein. It is a mixure of sodium hydroxide and small amount of copper sulphate and is bluish in colour.