How do you prepare your own indicator using beetroot? Explain.

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Acid and Bases can be identified using natural indicators like beetroot, cabbage, plums etc.
To use beetroot as an indicator, boil the beetroot in water for 30 to 60 minutes. Purple water is obtained, which acts as a natural pH indicator.

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How do you prepare your own indicator using beetroot? Explain.

Acid and Bases can be identified using natural indicators like beetroot, cabbage, plums etc. To use beetroot as an indicator, boil the beetroot in water for 30 to 60 minutes. Purple water is obtained, which acts as a natural pH indicator.

Acid and Bases can be identified using natural indicators like beetroot, cabbage, plums etc.
To use beetroot as an indicator, boil the beetroot in water for 30 to 60 minutes. Purple water is obtained, which acts as a natural pH indicator.