Test Reagents Added
Lead Acetate Test
Used to determine the
presence of sulfur in
proteins. The test forms a
reaction between the Lead
(II) acetate and the sulfur
present in the egg.
Expected Result
1 mL of 50% NaOH Black precipitate confirms
solution the presence of sulfur in the
- Protein reacts with the protein.
boiling NaOH and
converts Sulfur into
Sodium sulfide.
5 drops of Lead acetate
solution
– Lead acetate will cause
the Sodium sulfide to
precipitate to Lead
sulfide.