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Ammonia turns red litmus blue. What is its nature?

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Neutral

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Acidic

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Basic

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Can't say

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Solution

The correct option is C
Basic

Since ammonia turns red litmus blue, it is basic in nature. Also, when dissolved in water, it renders hydroxide ions.

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