One of the most popular tests used for the estimation or detection of reducing sugars and non-reducing sugars is the Fehling’s test. This also used to differentiate between ketone functional groups and water-soluble carbohydrates. Write an article of about 1000 words explaining the procedure, chemical reactions and common uses of this test.

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