Single Answer MCQ
Q-00019062
What is the effect of phenolphthalein in a basic solution?
1
It turns pink.
2
It stays colorless.
3
It turns yellow.
4
It becomes blue.
Answer and Solution
Answer
A. It turns pink.
Solution:
Phenolphthalein turns pink in a basic solution, indicating the presence of base. In acidic solutions, it remains colorless.
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