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Question
The elements whose oxides can turn phenolphthalein solution pink are:
(a) Na and K
(b) K and C
(c) Na and S
(d) K and P
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Solution
(a) Na and K
Because Na and K are metals whose oxides are basic in nature, which can turn phenolphthalein solution pink.
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