39. What is the name of this test (one word answer)? [39] 40…

39. What is the name of this test (one word answer)? [39] 40.  This experiment was used in an attempt to ID certain carbohydrates.  However, the  tube here labeled as #4 was filled with nothing but water and thus we knew it would be non-reactive (letting us see what a negative looks like).  In the world of scientific examination, what would you call this tube in reference to the rest of the experiment (one or two words max)? it is a _______________________________________  [40]