Galactose
Product Code : JL-LE-11062
Galactose (SKU JL-LE-11062, Model No. JL165/05) is a monosaccharide sugar offered as a galactose analytical reagent for biochemistry and chemistry practicals, supplied by JaincoLab. Students use it as a known sample when learning to identify carbohydrates. The listing gives the grade, the safety sheet and the shelf life; pack size is settled when you order.
Specifications
Listed details for this reagent:
| Product | Galactose |
| SKU | JL-LE-11062 |
| Model No. | JL165/05 |
| Grade | Analytical reagent |
| Safety data | Supplied with MSDS |
| Shelf life | Expires after 5 years |
| Pack size | Confirmed on the quotation |
Uses in carbohydrate practicals
Typical tests where a galactose sample is needed:
- Reducing-sugar tests such as Benedict's test
- Mucic acid test, which distinguishes galactose from glucose
- Osazone preparation for comparing sugar crystals
Scope of supply and ordering
One pack of galactose per line item, with the MSDS; state the pack size and number of packs you need and the quotation sets out packing and delivery time.
Frequently asked questions
Is galactose a reducing sugar?
Yes. It gives a positive result in reducing-sugar tests such as Benedict's test.
Which test tells galactose apart from glucose?
The mucic acid test: galactose forms insoluble mucic acid crystals, glucose does not.
Related products
Other reagents and consumables are listed in our laboratory equipment range.
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