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241(d). Define the term indicator.


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  • A substance that changes color in an acidic or basic medium, is termed an indicator.
  • Indicators show different colors in different mediums.
  • Litmus is an indicator, it changes from blue to red in acid and changes from red to blue in base.
  • Examples of indicators are litmus, phenolphthalein, red cabbage, etc.

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