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CBSE Class 10 Science 2023 Outside Delhi Set 2

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A solution turns the colour of turmeric to reddish brown. If the same solution is poured on universal indictor, its colour would change to:
Solution:  
Turmeric is a natural indicator which help us to identify whether a given solution is an acid, base or a neutral compound. The turmeric paper gives reddish brown colour if the pH\mathrm{pH} ranges between 7.5 to 9.5. So, the solution is basic in nature. Therefore, the Universal pH\mathrm{pH} indicator will show colour Blue or slightly dark blue colour. Violet will not be there because violet colour is shown for highly alkaline bases.
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