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Two solutions A and B have pH values of 3.0 and 10.5 respectively. Which of these will turn :
(i) Blue litmus solution to red and
(ii) Phenolphthalein from colourless to pink?
Justify your answer in each case.
(i) Blue litmus solution to red and
(ii) Phenolphthalein from colourless to pink?
Justify your answer in each case.
Solution:
(i) Solution A will turn blue litmus red as it has pH 3 which is acidic in nature.
(ii) Solution B will turn phenolphthalein from colourless to pink as it is basic in nature havingpH 10.5 .
(ii) Solution B will turn phenolphthalein from colourless to pink as it is basic in nature having
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