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Phenolphthalein shows blue colour in acidic medium.


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True
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False
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Solution

The correct option is B False
  • An indicator is a substance that changes its color in an acidic and basic solution.
  • Phenolphthalein is used as an indicator in acid-base titrations.
  • It turns pink if it meets with a basic solution and it stays colorless if it meets with an acidic solution.

Therefore the given statement is false.


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