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Question
On adding phenolphthalein indicator to a colourless solution, no change is observed. What is the nature of this solution?
Options
Basic
Either acidic or basic
Either acidic or neutral
Either basic or neutral
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Solution
Either acidic or neutral
Explanation:
Colour of the phenolphthalein does not change with acidic or neutral solution.
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